Is it dementia? A popular neurologist uses five simple tests of cognitive function to help gauge the health of a patient's ...
The SAGE can reliably identify cognitive concerns that are sometimes a sign of early stage dementia. It’s important to keep in mind, though, that the test is not a diagnostic tool. It cannot ...
In a clinical practice guideline issued by the Alzheimer's Association and published online Dec. 23 in Alzheimer's & ...
Alzheimer’s disease experts have updated their diagnosis guidelines for the first time in more than 20 years, laying o ...
As care minister Stephen Kinnock said a timely diagnosis is “vital” in making sure patients can access support as early as ...
to test for group differences. We used a logistic regression model to predict the probability of dementia in the patients receiving the diagnostic assessment. The model included age, CSI-D score ...
As the year comes to a close, experts from the Alzheimer's Association reflect on some of the hopeful advances in diagnosis, ...
The Alzheimer’s Association has updated its guidelines for diagnosing dementia, leaving them broad but giving room to integrate new and upcoming developments in dementia diagnosis.
One such test involves standing on one leg ... If you're concerned about symptoms of dementia, it's advised to consult your GP.
When we think about dementia, we often think of a person experiencing memory loss and confusion. While it’s true that these ...
Mr Hill plans to volunteer for the trial to help improve dementia diagnosis. Scientists think blood tests could help to diagnose dementia at an earlier stage, which is when treatment is most ...
CHRISTMAS can be a good time to spot signs of dementia in a loved one. The festive season often brings changes in routine, ...