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🧠 As Congress cuts federal funding to SNAP, scientists at #AAIC presented data showing the federal food stamps program may help delay #cognitivedecline in older Americans with lower income. Read the full article here: buff.ly/EzfvhUX

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🩸 From #bloodtests to new #drug trials, #AAIC25 showcased major advances in #Alzheimers diagnostics, treatments and prevention strategies. šŸ”— Here are the highlights: buff.ly/XM6mWiH

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Join us Friday, August 8 at 11 a.m. PT / 2 p.m. ET for a #LiveTalk with Dr. Fanny Elahi, associate professor of neurology at Mount Sinai. Her research uncovers how biological factors influence the development of cognitive impairment and dementia. RSVP: beingpatient.com/event/how-sex-…

Join us Friday, August 8 at 11 a.m. PT / 2 p.m. ET for a #LiveTalk with Dr. Fanny Elahi, associate professor of neurology at Mount Sinai. Her research uncovers how biological factors influence the development of cognitive impairment and dementia. 

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🧠 An #MCI #diagnosis doesn’t always lead to #dementia — and #Alzheimers isn’t always the cause. šŸ”— Neurologists say identifying and addressing underlying #health conditions can lead to better outcomes and, in some cases, total recovery. Here's more: buff.ly/aTEhztq

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šŸ’Š Experimental #Alzheimers #drug #trontinemab appeared to clear plaques fast with few serious side effects in early trials. Roche says a Phase 3 will launch as soon as this year. šŸ”— Here's more: buff.ly/SdjxzyO #AAIC #AAIC25

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🧠 Do you know the first ā€œred flagā€ for #Alzheimers? A buildup of beta-amyloid — sometimes decades before symptoms. Our guide explores key protein biomarkers, how they’re measured, and why testing still requires full clinical evaluation. šŸ”— Find it here: buff.ly/ADQO8tS

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🧠 Concussions could cause damage to the #brain, making them a big concern for athletes, parents, and healthcare professionals. Neuropsychologist Dr. Munro Cullum separates facts from fear. šŸ”— Here's more: buff.ly/3MQIfP8

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ā€˜Life’s Not Over—Just Different’ 10 Years With Early-Onset Alzheimer’sĀ beingpatient.com/life-with-earl… by Being Patient #Alzheimers #dementia #cycling

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šŸ«€ UCLA neurologist Dr. Jason Hinman explains how vascular #dementia develops, what sets it apart from other dementias, and the importance of imaging, #biomarkers, and lifestyle changes. šŸ”— Here's more: beingpatient.com/vascular-demen…

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🩸 Blood tests that screen for #biomarkers of #Alzheimers #disease are growing more widely available. But the results can be very tough to interpret. šŸ”— Here’s what you need to know: buff.ly/d5M9GA9

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Vascular Dementia: A Neurologist on Risk, Symptoms, and Treatment beingpatient.com/vascular-demen… via Being Patient #dementia #Alzheimers #stroke #diabetes #health #wellness

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🧠 As many as half of cognitively healthy people want to know their risk of #Alzheimers. But today, even the most accurate #bloodtest can’t foretell your future #risk. šŸ”— Read the full article here: buff.ly/OdWI8al

🧠  As many as half of cognitively healthy people want to know their risk of #Alzheimers. But today, even the most accurate #bloodtest can’t foretell your future #risk.

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šŸ”„ As wildfire #smoke drifts across North America, scientists warn of the serious, hidden neurological risks, from #cognitivedecline to an increased #risk of #stroke and #dementia. 🌳 Here's more: buff.ly/zW4c9yd

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šŸ•·ļø When a researcher’s spiders began showing signs of #brain degeneration, she discovered a new waste clearance pathway in their brains that could have implications for #Alzheimers in humans. šŸ”— Here's more: buff.ly/B3EfbXF

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🧠 Join us Fri, Aug 15 at 11am PT / 2pm ET for a #LiveTalk with neurologist Dr. Dona Murphey on how Alzheimer’s-related proteins may spark brain hyperexcitability, seizures & cognitive decline. RSVP šŸ‘‰ beingpatient.com/event/epilepsy…

🧠 Join us Fri, Aug 15 at 11am PT / 2pm ET for a #LiveTalk with neurologist Dr. Dona Murphey on how Alzheimer’s-related proteins may spark brain hyperexcitability, seizures & cognitive decline.

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šŸ’ 🧠 A head impact that forced Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz to leave Game 1 of the playoff series against the Florida Panthers has rekindled concern about #concussions in ice hockey. šŸ”— Read the full article here: buff.ly/hykCJ04

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Despite approval from the UK health authority, the UK’s state-run insurer won’t pay for #Alzheimers #drugs #Leqembi and #Kisunla. The decision is not yet final. Here's more: buff.ly/zO9F0y3