"There are no cures yet for dementia, an umbrella term for cognitive disorders, of which Alzheimer's is the most common. But thanks to advances in recent years, drugs can treat some symptoms of mild and even moderate impairment, and with the number of dementia cases in the U.S. expected to double by 2060 as the population ages and people live longer, there's hope for continued progress."
"In just the last few months, doctors were encouraged by FDA approval in May of a blood test that can help with early diagnosis of Alzheimer's, and with growing evidence that lifestyle choices can improve mental acuity. "This happens to be a very exciting time," said Dr. David Reuben, director of the UCLA Alzheimer's and Dementia Care program. "I just gave a talk on the state of dementia in 2025, and most of what we're talking about, 10 years ago would have been fiction.""
Occasional memory lapses may reflect normal aging but can also signal cognitive impairment requiring assessment. Conferences hosted by Alzheimer's Los Angeles will provide expert information on prevention, early detection and treatment options. There are no cures yet for dementia, but drugs can treat some symptoms of mild and moderate impairment. Dementia cases in the U.S. are projected to double by 2060 as the population ages. Clinical trials testing new therapies have increased dramatically, with research into drugs to enhance cognition and address neuropsychiatric and behavioral symptoms. Recent FDA approval of a blood test and evidence supporting lifestyle modifications offer tools for earlier diagnosis and improved mental acuity.
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