Alzheimer's Disease Learning Center

The APOE gene linked to Late-Onset Alzheimer's disease is present on one of the autosomal chromosomes (chromosome 19). Each of us inherits one of each autosomal chromosome from each parent, and if we have children, [...]

There are two general types of Alzheimer’s disease known as Early-Onset Familial Alzheimer’s and Late-Onset Alzheimer’s. Both diseases have similar symptoms and progression, but differ in the age of onset and the genetic cause. Early-Onset [...]

The human brain has three major components. The main part is the cerebrum surrounded by an outer layer known as the cerebral cortex. This part of the brain is required for remembering, problem solving, feeling [...]

Alzheimer’s is an irreversible and progressive brain disorder, but people do not die of Alzheimer’s. It is usually the complications from Alzheimer’s arising over time that can result in serious medical conditions or death. Some [...]

Staying healthy with a balanced diet and regular activity is important in maintaining brain health, and it can help to reduce dementia and Alzheimer’s risk. There are several risk factors that can contribute to the [...]

If a loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, it is important for family members to understand the expectations and requirements of ongoing care. To care for someone with Alzheimer’s, understanding the disease is a [...]

A balanced diet and regular activity can help to maintain mental and physical health for people with Alzheimer’s. It can also help to lower other health risks such as obesity, coronary heart disease and high [...]

Alzheimer’s disease is irreversible and incurable. To date, there is no medication that can treat the underlying cause or degenerative progression of the disease. However, there are medications available that help ease the symptoms of [...]

There are ten early warning signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease. One or more of these symptoms that are severe enough to disrupt daily life might be a sign of Alzheimer’s. The signs and symptoms [...]

There are several warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease including a loss of memory, behavioral change or difficulty with reasoning or verbal skills. People who have shown these signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s should undergo a [...]