Diagnosis Archives - International Association for Indigenous Aging

Webinar – Indian Country Dementia ECHO – Detection of Impaired Cognition Which has Impact on Function (Dementia): Earlier is Better!

Hosted by Indian Country ECHO. Early detection of impaired cognition can slow progression and improve function in Alzheimer’s disease and other kinds of progressive dementia, help persons living with dementia and their family to prepare and adapt, and can help find and treat conditions that can be halted or reversed or respond to specific therapeutics. ...

Research – APOE ε4 is not associated with increased risk for Alzheimer’s disease and dementia in American Indians

This article published on the National Institute on Aging’s website details the exciting finding that the apolipoprotein E gene APOE ε4 (APOE4), which is typically a genetic risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease, did not cause differences in brain volumes or cognitive performance in American Indian adults. Previous studies of the Strong Heart Study cohort found that the …

Video – Memory Loss is Not a Normal Part of Aging

This video from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) gives examples of memory loss and explains why they are not considered a normal part of aging. This video may help you identify if you or a family member may be developing dementia. Watch the video here: Memory Loss is Not a Normal Part …

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