brain health

Big picture: Dr. Adriana Davis “Yes, this could have a huge impact on the future of Alzheimer’s disease.”

In the news: new research from Dr. Tharik Pascoal and team i found that astrocytesA type of cell found in our nervous system that may play an important role in the progression of Alzheimer’s disease.

Research continues to evolve Based on evidence that not all damage in Alzheimer’s disease is caused by Amyloid plaques and tau tangles in the brain. The research is built on a multifactor approach. They look at the nutrient supply, cell damage, brain inflammation and other issues that may contribute to the development and progression of Alzheimer’s disease.

you should know Researchers will want to better understand its role astrocytes About the progression of Alzheimer’s disease and potential future treatments. Studies like this and others will therefore have a significant impact on future clinical drug trials.

These discoveries won’t bring “tomorrow’s cure,” but they will have an impact on the people of Flagstaff.

Proper management and prevention are essential.

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doctor’s expert Insights into Brain Health and Alzheimer’s Disease in Arizona

Know this: “So, look, the inclusion of astrocyte-responsive markers in future studies of Alzheimer’s disease will continue. What I want you to know today is: Make sure you exercise. Try walking for about 150 minutes a week, and do this the next time.” Second, eat well, sleep well, be social, get regular checkups, and keep your brain busy. to leave. learn new things. You’re never too old to learn new skills. And don’t let peer pressure keep you from pursuing your interests. Age doesn’t matter! These are evidence-based methods that have been shown to slow and even prevent dementia. Please consult your medical team. ” Dr. Adriana Davis, Family Medicine.

Next steps to take if you or someone you know is worried about Alzheimer’s disease: Ask your doctor if you need a “cognitive assessment” during your next Medicare Wellness annual visit. The Alzheimer’s Association has a great resource that you can print out and bring to your healthcare team. (Please visit the resources here)

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Could astrocytes be a key clue to Alzheimer’s disease?

The Health Standard Newswire: “The search for astrocytes has begun.”

I live in Flagstaff, The following brain health facts directly affect your health.

Did you know that 2,754.0 people died from Alzheimer’s disease in Arizona in 2021?

17.8% of Coconino County residents smoke.

16.2% of Coconino County residents say their mental health is poor.

41.4% male People 65 and older in Coconino County are staying up to date with core clinical prevention services.

31.9% woman People 65 and older in Coconino County are staying up to date with core clinical prevention services.

All of these variables play important roles in brain health.

Are astrocytes involved in Alzheimer’s disease?

Health Standard Newswire: Natural Medicine. June 2023. doi:10.1038/s41591-023-02380-x

What they say:

“An unanswered question in understanding the pathophysiology of Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is why a substantial proportion of amyloid-β (Aβ)-positive cognitively unimpaired (CU) individuals develop detectable downstream tau lesions. The evidence suggests that reactive astrocytes unleash Aβ effects on pathological tau phosphorylation…