Many but not all people with Down syndrome develop Alzheimer’s disease when they get older. People with Down syndrome are born with an extra copy of chromosome 21, which carries a gene that produces a specific protein called amyloid precursor protein (APP). Too much APP protein leads to a buildup of protein clumps called beta-amyloid plaques in the brain. […]
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A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease can be difficult. However, having accurate information and support can help you know what to expect and what to do next as the disease progresses. Explore steps you can take after an Alzheimer’s diagnosis with this checklist. https://mcusercontent.com/3dca973015582e3c417f6296c/images/f2695c71-9dac-2024-433b-57f7f5ec681b.jpg #AlzheimersAndBrainAwarenessMonth Last Updated on June 22, 2022
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Many factors may influence your risk of dementia, including your genes, environment, and lifestyle. You can’t change some factors, but as with many diseases, there may be steps you can take to help lower your risk of dementia. Consider incorporating these healthy behaviors into your lifestyle: Eat a healthy diet. Aim for a mix of
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Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills. It can also cause changes in a person’s behavior and personality. Symptoms vary from person to person and may include: Having more trouble coming up with words compared to other people who are the same age Vision and spatial issues, such as
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What are Adult Day Services? (ADS) ADS’s are community-based programs designed to support adults with physical and/or cognitive limitations who may need supervised care in a safe place outside the home. ADS’s also can provide support services to older adults who want to avoid the risks of social isolation and loneliness. ADS’s as well may
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Recent funding opportunities and notices This alert links to all of the Funding Opportunity Announcements and Notices published by the National Institute on Aging at NIH in the previous month, giving researchers and trainees a heads up about what’s new. Read about the latest NIA Funding Opportunities (published in April 2022) by clicking on the
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