4 – Alzheimers

Inherited forms of Alzheimer’s disease is likely detectable up to 20 years before loss of memory and impaired thinking appear, according to a study released Wednesday.

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Genetic Alzheimer’s detectable 20 years before onset: study

There are more than 1.2 million Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers in the state. In 2010, these caregivers provided 1.38 million hours of unpaid care valued at nearly $16.5 billion, according to a study released this week by the Alzheimer’s Association.

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