Memory Loss Diseases Increasing: How to Support Loved Ones and Caregivers

Memory loss diseases increasing: how to support loved ones and caregivers

Memory disorders, like Alzheimer's, have been increasing in the United States, but not everyone can afford a caregiver, leaving it up to family and friends to step up in times of need...But support for caregivers is just as important.

Early treatment with anti-amyloid drug delays Alzheimer’s in high-risk patients

A new study has found that an experimental drug may delay the onset of Alzheimer’s-related dementia in people who are almost certain to develop the disease in middle age due to inherited gene mutations. This is the first clinical trial to show that removing amyloid plaques from the brain early—years before symptoms start—can significantly lower […] The post Early treatment with anti-amyloid drug delays Alzheimer’s in high-risk patients appeared …

FDA Clears First Blood Test for Alzheimer’s Diagnosis, a “Turning Point” in Early Detection

Alzheimer’s disease is a form of dementia that impacts memory, cognition, and behavior, with symptoms eventually reaching a level where they disrupt daily activities.