Raw Story : reported that Scientists identify first sign of Alzheimer’s disease

The same team also believes they have figured out a way to stop these… Memory loss and cognitive decline are commonly thought to be the earliest signs of the neurodegenerative disorder Alzheimer's, but a new study has found declines in glucose levels in the brain come even sooner — before the first symptoms appear. Even better?

Report outlines growing cost and impact of Alzheimer's disease

"This is only going to become more intimidating and daunting as time goes on."The 2017 Alzheimer's Disease Facts and Figures report is a comprehensive compilation of national statistics and information on Alzheimer's disease and related dementias and the effect on individuals, families, government and the nation's health-care system. The national cost of caring for those with Alzheimer's and dementia is estimated to be $259 billion this year, according to a new report from the Alzheimer's Association. That cost is expected to increase 34.6 percent to $592 million over the next eight years, according to the report. During that same time, deaths from heart disease fell 14 percent and HIV/AIDS deaths plunged 54 percent. In Oklahoma, the estimated Medicaid costs for adults 65 and older suffering some form of dementia is estimated at $440 million this year.

Good news! Diabetes drug may help treating Alzheimer's disease

(Source: Thinkstock Images)Treating patients of Alzheimer's disease (AD) with a diabetes drug may improve their learning and memory function, reveals a study. (Source: Thinkstock Images) The findings may lead to the development of a blood test for AD. The findings may lead to the development of a blood test for AD. Alzheimer's is a progressive disease that destroys memory and other important mental functions. READ | Blueberries may improve brain function in elderlyThe findings, appeared in the Journal Translational Research and Clinical Interventions, also may lead to the development of a blood test for AD.



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