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Silent brain changes precede Alzheimer's. Researchers have new clues about which come first
Read full article: Silent brain changes precede Alzheimer's. Researchers have new clues about which come firstA study of older adults in China offers a closer look at the dominolike sequence of brain changes that lead to Alzheimer's.
Seniors in these Michigan counties have the highest Alzheimer’s rates
Read full article: Seniors in these Michigan counties have the highest Alzheimer’s ratesStacker identified the areas in Michigan with the highest prevalence of Alzheimer's disease, using data released by the Alzheimer's Association.
Alzheimer's drugs might get into the brain faster with new ultrasound tool, study shows
Read full article: Alzheimer's drugs might get into the brain faster with new ultrasound tool, study showsScientists have found a way to help Alzheimer's drugs seep inside the brain faster — using sound waves to jiggle a temporary opening in its protective shield.
Second Alzheimer's drug in pipeline can slow the disease by a few months but with safety risk
Read full article: Second Alzheimer's drug in pipeline can slow the disease by a few months but with safety riskNew research shows another experimental Alzheimer's drug can modestly slow patients' inevitable worsening.
Aging agency to host expert workshop on dementia caregiving
Read full article: Aging agency to host expert workshop on dementia caregivingDementia expert Jill Gafner Livingston will share her personal experience of becoming her husband’s caregiver and advice on tackling difficult behaviors and stress.
Alzheimer’s drug shows promise in early results of study
Read full article: Alzheimer’s drug shows promise in early results of studyShares of Biogen and other drugmakers researching Alzheimer’s disease soared early Wednesday after Japan’s Eisai Co. said its potential treatment appeared to slow the fatal disease in a late-stage study.
Here are some factors to be aware of that could impact your risk of Alzheimer’s disease
Read full article: Here are some factors to be aware of that could impact your risk of Alzheimer’s diseaseSept. 21 is World Alzheimer's Day, a day to raise awareness about the devastating disease and its impact on patients, their families, and caregivers.
Alzheimer’s Association to hold annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s at Detroit Zoo: Here’s how to sign up
Read full article: Alzheimer’s Association to hold annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s at Detroit Zoo: Here’s how to sign upThe Alzheimer’s Association is holding its annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s this October at the Detroit Zoo.
New screening tool helps detect symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease early
Read full article: New screening tool helps detect symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease earlyThe screening tool called “The Sage Test” was inspired by a doctor’s desire to help his patients by aiming to identify memory problems months in advance than the current test does.
Sterling Heights police: Missing 89-year-old woman returned home safely
Read full article: Sterling Heights police: Missing 89-year-old woman returned home safelyThe Sterling Heights Police Department announced Friday afternoon that missing 89-year-old Frances Cipriano has been located and returned home safely.
First blood test to help diagnose Alzheimer's goes on sale
Read full article: First blood test to help diagnose Alzheimer's goes on saleC2N Diagnostics has started selling the first blood test to help diagnose Alzheimers disease, a leap for the field that could make it much easier for people to learn whether they have dementia. If a blood test had been available, “I might have been afraid of the results” but would have “jumped on that” to find out, she said. The blood test from C2N Diagnostics of St. Louis aims to fill that gap. If the PET scan was negative, the blood test ruled out amyloid buildup 77% of the time. The other 23% got a positive result, but that doesn't necessarily mean the blood test was incorrect, Braunstein said.
Meet two University of Michigan students raising funds for Alzheimer’s research
Read full article: Meet two University of Michigan students raising funds for Alzheimer’s researchANN ARBOR, Mich. – Two students from the University of Michigan are working to help the Alzheimer’s Association raise money for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Public health student Naini also became involved with the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s through a U-M organization. There is so much potential for research and treatment being done at universities all over the country, including here at the University of Michigan," Naini said. Participants have already raised over $86,000 but the Walk has a goal of raising $235,000 for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Learn more about Alzheimer’s Association Washtenaw County Walk to End Alzheimer’s here.
University of Michigan Police Department looking for missing 71-year-old man
Read full article: University of Michigan Police Department looking for missing 71-year-old manANN ARBOR, Mich. – University of Michigan Division of Public Safety and Security is asking for help locating a missing 71-year-old man who walked away from the Michigan Medicine Emergency Room yesterday. Richard Allen Clark, Sr. was last seen at 4:50 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 22, when he walked about from the Michigan Medicine Emergency Room. According to U-M DPSS, Clark is 5 feet 6 inches and weighs 134 pounds. He was last seen wearing light blue jeans, black shoes, and a green and gray plaid long sleeve shirt. If you have any information contact U-M Police Department at 734-763-1131 or email U-M Police detectives West or Mathews at mjmath@umich.edu or nfrsdlaw@umich.edu.