Researchers are conducting studies to find new interventions and treatments that can prevent Alzheimer’s, diagnose the disease earlier, slow its progression, or stop it in its tracks. Scientists are investigating future treatments called “disease-modifying drugs.” These drugs aim to modify
There are remedies, supplements, and “medical foods” that are often referred to as alternative treatments. Alternative treatments are not regulated and do not need to adhere to the same standards as FDA-approved treatments. Claims about their safety and effectiveness are
You noticed symptoms. You made a doctor’s appointment. You took tests. And you felt a roller coaster of emotions — fear, hope, despair, denial. Then you received a diagnosis. You may have felt numb, unsure of how to respond or
It is normal to be hesitant about or resistant to learning how the disease will progress and impact your life. But there are benefits: You may experience a stronger connection to your emotions and identity. Knowledge about Alzheimer’s can provide
