Alzheimer's: New update diagnostics since 1984

There is a new route doctors will soon take to diagnose Alzheimer's disease. The new testing will involve brain imaging and the screening of protein found in the cerebro spinal
fluid. While many people think they understand Alzheimer's disease and what it is, many don't know that this will be the first update in diagnostics since 1984. The current diagnosis of Alzheimer's is found by ruling out Dementia or Parkinson's disease. Candidates would then have to go through extensive neuropsychological testing. The new way of testing for Alzheimer's will allow doctors to make an early diagnosis, therefore giving the patient a quicker chance at fighting the disease.

My Grandfather has Alzheimer's, and I only wish this new testing was available when he was diagnosed. Recently, he was found walking around in a neighbor's backyard ,not knowing where he was. Many people who have loved ones who have Alzheimer's have experienced this in some sort of way.

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