MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'dementia testing'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:39:03 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2602203&cid=t_156248_137_f&fid=35426&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alz.org%2Ficad%2Fdocuments%2Fabstracts%2Fabstracts_biomarkers_ICAD09.pdf Changes in the brain measured with MRI and PET scans, combined with memory tests and detection of risk proteins in body fluids, may lead to earlier and more accurate diagnosis of Alzheimer's, according to new research reported today at the Alzheimer's Association 2009 International Conference on Alzheimer's Disease (ICAD 2009) in Vienna.For more Insight into Alzheimer's DiseaseSubscribe to The Alzheimer's Reading RoomNew Results from ADNI Data Bring Us Closer to Earlier Detection of Alzheimer's Vienna, July 14, 2009 – Changes in the brain measured with MRI and PET scans, combined with memory tests and detection of risk proteins in body fluids, may lead to earlier and more accurate diagnosis of Alzheimer's, according to new research reported today at the Alzheimer's Association 2009 Inter... Alzheimer's Reading Room, The blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2602203 Tue, 14 Jul 2009 16:24:42 +0100 2602203 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2598452&cid=t_156248_137_f&fid=35426&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTheAlzheimersReadingRoom%2F%7E3%2FeuENTnKtqoU%2Fnew-tests-may-help-spot-early-stage.html Early detection of Alzheimer's and dementia are critical. I think those of us who have taken action early understand this important fact. I believe my early action with my mother made an important difference in here quality of life.The race for a test to detect Alzheimer's early is on because the importance of this testing is well known, and the amount of money that stands to be made as Alzheimer's grows in our aging population is well understood.One question I keep asking myself is whether or not health insurance companies will pay for these tests when they come on the market?Here are some examples of the current ongoing research to find tests to diagnose early Alzheimer's.In one study, Irish researchers found scans measuring brain volume and a combination of memory tests accurately ident... Alzheimer's Reading Room, The blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2598452 Tue, 14 Jul 2009 12:34:47 +0100 2598452 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2523680&cid=t_156248_137_f&fid=35426&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTheAlzheimersReadingRoom%2F%7E3%2FONkT-sqPEHc%2Fwhat-is-normal-pressure-hydrocephalus.html Previously I wrote about Jimmy Nowells. Jimmy was first diagnosed with Parkinson's and then Alzheimer's. After ten long years, and thanks to the persistence of his daughter--the nurse--Jimmy was finally diagnosed correctly--he suffered from Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH). See When Alzheimer's isn't Alzheimer's -- It's a Miracle.Jimmy's case is not an isolated experience. I already received three emails describing similar circumstance.You might want to share these two articles with others you know suffering from Alzheimer's. They might want to discuss this with their doctor.The symptoms of NPH can occur in Alzheimer disease and Parkinson disease. However, the combination of dementia-like symptoms, walking problems, and urinary problems should alert your health care provider to the poss... Alzheimer's Reading Room, The blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2523680 Wed, 24 Jun 2009 15:14:23 +0100 2523680 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2408700&cid=t_156248_137_f&fid=35426&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTheAlzheimersReadingRoom%2F%7E3%2FJRv2GdngmoI%2Fmental-activity-and-exercise-trial-for.html This study indirectly addresses an issue that is on the mind of many on this list, and the growing number of people related to someone suffering from Alzheimer's -- what can I do to ward off dementia or Alzheimer's.The test are designed to see if exercise and mental activity improve memory in older people. Right now, the only testing location is in San Francisco, Ca (University of California, San Francisco).The researchers are seeking additional funds to lengthen the research period and expand the study. Detailed Description:SPECIFIC AIMS AND HYPOTHESESAim 1: To determine whether a 12-week, computer-based mental activity program improves cognitive function in non-demented, inactive elders.We hypothesize that this mental activity program will improve cognitive function—especially visuosp... Alzheimer's Reading Room, The blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2408700 Fri, 15 May 2009 14:13:25 +0100 2408700 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1622278&cid=t_156248_137_f&fid=35371&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthecaregiver.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F07%2Fmental-test-spots-alzheimers-risk.html Interesting article well worth reading.The Everyday Cognition instrument consists of 39 questions to be answered by people who know the patient well. Mental Test Spots Alzheimer's RiskA new questionnaire may help in both diagnosing older adults facing dementia and also in identifying individuals who need help with daily living.The Everyday Cognition instrument consists of 39 questions to be answered by people who know the patient well."There have been a number of studies that show that people with mild cognitive impairment who have functional problems in addition to performing poorly on neuropsychological testing are more likely to progress in the near future," said study author Sarah Tomaszewski Farias, an assistant professor of neurology at the University of California, Davis, Medical Ce... CareGiver, The blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1622278 Sun, 13 Jul 2008 17:20:00 +0100 1622278 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1615953&cid=t_156248_122_f&fid=34755&url=http%3A%2F%2Fneuropsychological.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F07%2Fneuropsychology-abstract-of-day-verbal.html We examined verbal fluency performance in 107 older adults with amnestic mild cognitive impairment (MCI, n=37), cognitive complaints (CC, n=37) despite intact neuropsychological functioning, and demographically matched healthy controls (HC, n=33). Participants completed fluency tasks with letter, semantic category, and semantic switching constraints. Both phonemic and semantic fluency were statistically (but not clinically) reduced in amnestic MCI relative to cognitively intact older adults, indicating subtle changes in the quality of the semantic store and retrieval slowing. Investigation of the underlying constructs of verbal fluency yielded two factors: Switching (including switching and shifting tasks) and Production (including letter, category, and action naming tasks), and both facto... BrainBlog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1615953 Sat, 12 Jul 2008 02:19:00 +0100 1615953 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1070192&cid=t_156248_122_f&fid=34755&url=http%3A%2F%2Fneuropsychological.blogspot.com%2F2007%2F12%2Falzheimers-to-screen-ot-not-to-screen.html A short piece in today's Washington Post about the potential problems and potential benefits of broad screenings for dementia of Alzheimer's disease in the general population of aging persons:To Screen, or Not to ScreenExperts Debate Mass Testing For Alzheimer's DiseaseBy Alicia AultSpecial to The Washington Post Tuesday, December 4, 2007; Page HE01 [ ... Read the full article ... ] (Source: BrainBlog) BrainBlog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1070192 Tue, 04 Dec 2007 16:26:00 +0100 1070192 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1021455&cid=t_156248_158_f&fid=36018&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcaregiversbeacon.blogspot.com%2F2007%2F11%2Fnational-memory-screening-day-is.html National Memory Screening Day is tomorrow, November 13, 2007. Spearheaded by the Alzheimer's Foundation of America, and it is now presented as a shared effort by a group of organizations. If someone you know has any of the warning signs of memory issues this is the chance to get more information. Below are some of the signs listed at the Alzheimer's Foundation of America that it is time for a memory screening.ForgetfulnessDifficulty concentratingDifficulty performing tasksDifficulty remembering words or namesForgetting where you areMisplacing thingsGetting lost in a familiar placeMood or personality changesIf someone you know has been avoiding getting a memory screening then Nov. 13 provides a good opportunity to get one without actually having to go to the doctor's office. Screenings are ... The Caregiver's Beacon - Resources, Links, Ideas, News blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1021455 Mon, 12 Nov 2007 23:42:00 +0100 1021455