Leveraging Patient Trust to Improve Outcomes in Alzheimer Disease

Leveraging Patient Trust to Improve Outcomes in Alzheimer Disease

Panelists discuss how long-standing relationships between clinicians and patients are essential for early detection of cognitive decline, as trust and familiarity enable providers to notice subtle changes, facilitate open conversations, and collaboratively implement early interventions that help preserve independence amid an aging population.

Researchers turn coffee waste into a weapon against Alzheimer’s disease

Neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s affect millions of people and are becoming more common as the population ages. These conditions cause brain cells to break down over time, leading to problems with movement, memory, and basic daily functions. While some cases are inherited, most occur randomly—often tied to environmental toxins such as pesticides. Studies have shown that long-term exposure to chemicals like paraquat and…