The Truth About Alzheimer’s Disease and Genes
The most well-known gene that can affect the risk of Alzheimer’s is the APOE gene. There are three versions (e2, e3, and e4), ...
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The Impact of APOE-ε4 on TAU Pathology in Alzheimer’s Varies by Sex and Ethnicity
A MULTINATIONAL cohort study of 4,592 individuals has revealed significant sex and ancestry-based differences in how the APOE-ε4 gene influences Alzheimer’s disease biomarkers, with women of African ...
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5 proven ways to shield your brain from Alzheimer’s
Experts reveal that while Alzheimer's has genetic links, these 5 proven brain-boosting strategies can help reduce your risk regardless of family history.
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Your brain holds a shocking truth about Alzheimer’s
If genes were celebrities, APOE would be the A-lister of the Alzheimer’s world. This gene comes in three flavors: e2, e3, and e4. Between 40% and 65% of folks with Alzheimer’s are carrying ...
Understanding Alzheimer’s: Who needs genetic testing and what it reveals
The APOE-e4 gene is commonly associated with Alzheimer’s, but it doesn't guarantee the disease; about 20-25% of those with ...
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Alzheimer’s Risk Gene Paradoxically Protects Against Memory Loss
Apolipoprotein E (APOE) is a protein involved in processing fats. A variant of this gene called APOE ε4 is the highest and most common known risk factor for Alzheimer’s. People with a single copy of ...
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Meet the New Drugs That Can Slow Down Early Alzheimer’s
People who have a gene called APOE e4 are more likely to develop Alzheimer’s than people without it—especially if they carry two copies (one from each parent). For a long time, researchers have ...