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Parenting Pointers 1058 - A high-definition eye scan can detect Alzheimer’s


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A high-definition eye scan can detect Alzheimer’s

Are you concerned about coming down with Alzheimer’s?  Do you have a brain injury or family history that might make you vulnerable to it?  There’s a new tool to help get the jump on the devastating disease.  It’s a retina-based test designed to predict your chances of developing Alzheimer’s.  The high-definition eye scan detects the buildup of amyloid-beta deposits.  These deposits are a sign of the onset of the disease.  The retina is now being seen as a reliable way to diagnose and record the progression of Alzheimer’s.  The number of cases is expected to triple by 2050.  Yes, we need as much time as possible to intervene and change the course of this condition with medications and lifestyle.  One lifestyle change that needs to be taken very seriously is to get sound sleep every night to allow the brain to clear itself of these proteins.  Help yourself now and get to sleep!

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