Alzheimer's disease, a progressive neurological disorder, presents a varied prognosis depending on factors like age, overall health, and the stage at diagnosis. Early detection can allow for interventions that may slow down its progression, but there's currently no cure. In general, life expectancy after diagnosis ranges from three to nine years, though some may live up to 20 years post-diagnosis. Quality of life declines as the disease advances, impacting memory, cognition, and daily functioning. Caregiver support and management of symptoms become crucial aspects of treatment. Research continues into new therapies and potential preventive measures, highlighting the need for early diagnosis and ongoing support for both patients and their families facing the challenges of Alzheimer's and dementia.
Jacqueline Tuppen
Cogs Club, United Kingdom
Yong Xiao Wang
Albany Medical College, United States
Kaoru Sakatani
The University of Tokyo, Japan
Suren A Tatulian
University of Central Florida, United States
Constantina Mizis
The Latino Alzheimer’s and Memory Disorders Alliance, United States
Paul Y Song
NKGen Biotech, United States
Marco Ruggiero
Silver Spring Sagl, Switzerland
Title : Cerebral vascular calcium signaling in diabetic alzheimer's disease-related dementias
Yong Xiao Wang, Albany Medical College, United States
Title : Deep learning-based risk assessment of cognitive impairment using health examination data
Kaoru Sakatani, The University of Tokyo, Japan
Title : Evaluation of the neuroprotective potential of indicaxanthin from opuntia ficus indica fruit against dysmetabolism-related neurodegeneration both in vivo and in vitro
Mario Allegra, University of Palermo, Italy
Title : Cogs Club: Making a difference
Jacqueline Tuppen, Cogs Club, United Kingdom
Title : Development of imaging based biomarkers for neurovascular abnormalities in neurodegenerative diseases
Jun Hua, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, United States
Title : Psychosocial considerations in management of corticobasal degeneration
Esraa Askar, Forest Hills Hospital, United States