Genes are the building blocks that make us who we are, what we look like, and how we age. Variations in genes — even small changes to a gene — can affect the likelihood of a person developing a disease such as Alzheimer’s. Researchers used to know of only a few genes linked to Alzheimer’s disease. […]
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Over the past several decades, researchers have made great strides toward a better understanding of what causes Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. They have also discovered approaches that may prevent, diagnose, and treat these diseases. A couple highlights of these research efforts include: Learn more about NIH-supported efforts for advancing understanding of Alzheimer’s and other related
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Biomarkers are measurable indicators of what’s happening in your body and can be found in blood, other bodily fluids, organs, and tissues. They can track healthy processes, disease progression, and medication responses. They’re a crucial part of dementia research. Watch this video to learn how biomarkers can help diagnose dementia.
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An artificial intelligence (AI) speech analysis system evaluated transcripts of speech from past cognitive tests and predicted the progression of cognitive impairment to Alzheimer’s disease within six years with more than 78% accuracy. The 166 participants were part of the Framingham Heart Study and had been diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). The transcripts were
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When it comes to clinical research on Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, you may think only people with dementia can participate. But that’s not true — nearly everyone can participate in a clinical trial! To make sure results apply to everyone, researchers need a variety of volunteers, including: Learn more about who can participate in
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The number of older Americans is rising, so the number of people with dementia is predicted to increase. However, some studies have shown that incidence rates of dementia — meaning new cases in a population over a certain period of time — have decreased in some locations, including in the United States. Based on observational
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An NIA-funded study found that a form of tai chi that combines mental puzzles and challenges with traditional physical movements improved cognition in older adults with mild cognitive impairment. The study divided 304 participants with mild cognitive impairment into three groups and provided them with a virtual exercise class in their homes for six months.
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