Alzheimer's symptoms may appear at a younger age

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The study, conducted by Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health and the Butler Center on Aging, showed that risk factors and biological markers for Alzheimer's disease may affect cognitive function at much earlier ages. The large-scale study, which included young, healthy individuals in the United States, found links between cognitive performance and Alzheimer's risk factors in participants ages 24 to 44.

The research team used the Cardiovascular Risk Factors, Aging and Dementia Incidence (CAIDE) scoring system. The data obtained noted that cardiovascular risks and some biomarkers may be associated with cognitive function even years before clinical symptoms appear. The lead author of the study, Prof. Allison Aiello, made the following assessment regarding the study: “Signs of Alzheimer’s risk can be observed even before the age of 50. This clearly demonstrates the importance of early intervention and intervention strategies.”

The research results point out that the fight against Alzheimer's disease should start from a young age, not just in older ages.