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Imaging of brain synapses could be novel test for Alzheimer's

July 30, 2018

Alzheimer's Disease Professional Judgment Budget for FY2020 now online

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Gene module is target-rich environment for Alzheimer's pathology, cognitive decline

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Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet

Get the facts about Alzheimer's disease, the most common cause of dementia in older adults. Learn about symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and caregiving.

Video: How Alzheimer's Changes the Brain

This 4-minute video shows how Alzheimer’s affects the human brain and looks at promising ideas to treat and prevent the disease.

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Find out how the Alzheimer's and related Dementias Education and Referral (ADEAR) Center can help you with answers and resources.

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