Last Updated: August 29, 2019 September is World Alzheimer’s Month and it’s an ideal time to get involved, help raise awareness and show support so we can one day find a cure for the disease. When my grandmother was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2005, it suddenly all made sense. She hadn’t been herself for some time, […] The post Make a Difference During World Alzheimer’s Month appeared first on Alzheimers.net ..read more

Many Americans are turning to technology in hopes of detecting or preventing medical conditions or diseases, like Alzheimer’s. More than just expensive, emergency room visits for senior loved ones with the disease can be confusing and traumatizing. Learn more about the importance of avoiding unnecessary trips to emergency rooms for loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease […] The post How Technology Can Help People With Alzheimer’s Avoid Emergency Rooms appeared first on Alzheimers.net ..read more

Last Updated: August 13, 2019 When you think a loved one has Alzheimer’s disease, it can be tempting to look for an easy and quick diagnosis. While new research shows potential to diagnose Alzheimer’s through simple tests, such as blood tests or retina tests, actually diagnosing the disease requires a careful medical evaluation by a skilled physician. […] The post How Alzheimer’s Is Diagnosed appeared first on Alzheimers.net ..read more

A recent report from the Alzheimer’s Association found that less than half of primary care physicians surveyed routinely tested patients age 65 and older for cognitive issues, despite 10% of people over 65 having Alzheimer’s disease. Learn more about the lack of cognitive testing in routine care and why advocates are calling for Alzheimer’s screenings […] The post Alzheimer’s Screenings Often Overlooked During Senior Wellness Exams appeared first on Alzheimers.net ..read more

If you have a family member who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, you may have wondered at one point in time, how likely the disease is to be passed on genetically. Which inheritable traits should families know about and should you pursue genetic testing? Learn more from a recent Harvard Health article that provides […] The post Alzheimer’s: Inheritable Traits That Family Members Should Know About appeared first on Alzheimers.net ..read more

A research team led by the University of Miami’s Hussman Institute for Human Genomics analyzed the genetic makeup of more than 94,000 people clinically diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and discovered four new genetic variants that increase the risk of the disease. Learn more about the study, its groundbreaking findings, and how it will impact future Alzheimer’s […] The post Newly Discovered Alzheimer’s Genes Help Us Better Understand Risk appeared first on Alzheimers.net ..read more

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