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Brain Scan

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health-and-science6 months ago

Single Brain Scan Predicts Aging Speed and Dementia Risk

Researchers have developed a new MRI-based tool called DunedinPACNI that can measure how fast a person is aging and predict their risk of developing dementia and other age-related diseases decades in advance, using just a single brain scan. This innovative approach could enable early interventions and improve health outcomes by identifying at-risk individuals before symptoms appear.

health1 year ago

New Test Detects Dementia Up to 9 Years Early

A 10-minute brain scan could potentially detect dementia up to nine years before symptoms appear, with 80% accuracy, according to a study using fMRI scans and AI algorithms. This early detection method, if confirmed in larger studies, could become routine in memory clinics and aid in the development of preventive treatments. However, the NHS currently lacks the capacity for widespread implementation, necessitating further investment.

health1 year ago

"Early Detection and Life-Changing Treatments: The Latest Breakthroughs in Alzheimer's Research"

The AHEAD study aims to identify risk factors for Alzheimer's, such as the buildup of amyloid proteins, in healthy individuals 15-20 years before symptom onset, offering them the opportunity to participate in a new FDA-approved medication trial designed to prevent or lessen the effects of the disease. The study, conducted at 75 sites nationwide, is open to all populations and aims to provide free monitoring and access to care, particularly for minority groups who may face disparities in healthcare access.