Your Eyes and Nose May Predict Your Chances of Alzheimer's

Your Eyes and Nose May Predict Your Chances of Alzheimer's By Esther Heerema, MSW The Alzheimer's Association International Conference was held this past week in Toronto, Canada, and as always, some interesting research was presented. Of note, two studies supporting a connection between the sense of smell and Alzheimer's were presented, and two other studies reported that changes in the eyes were associated with the presence of Alzheimer's. This research may eventually lead to earlier and more effective ways of diagnosing Alzheimer's disease. 10 Pet Peeves: What NOT to Do to People Living with Dementia  Most of us mean well, but we call can use a little help at times. With that in mind, here's a simple guide on what not to do or say to people who are living with Alzheimer's or another type of dementia. Avoid these, and you'll be way ahead! READ NOW Sense of Smell Tied to Detection of Alzheimer's Disease  Yuck! What's that smell? Well, according to some researchers, your ability to answer that question may predict your chances of developing Alzheimer's disease. Multiple research studies have found a connection between the sense of smell and Alzheimer's. READ NOW How Your Eyes May Help Diagnose Alzheimer's Disease  Getting lost while gazing into someone's eyes might be romantic, but according to recent research, there may be a new benefit of looking into eyes... diagnosing Alzheimer's disease. Here's how retinal imaging may be changing how Alzheimer's is detected.   READ NOW Alzheimer's Disease Explained: The Nuts and Bolts  Here's the lowdown on what Alzheimer's disease really is. Learn about its symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, progression and prognosis, as well as if it's possible to actually prevent it from developing. READ NOW What to Say and Do when Loved One with Dementia Is Hallucinating  Hallucinations, although they're false, appear extremely real to the person experiencing them. Here's how to respond to them in a way that's helpful.   READ NOW What Is Mixed Dementia? Is It Different than "Regular" Dementia?  Learn about the symptoms, diagnosis, progression and treatment of mixed dementia.   READ NOW Advertisement READ THESE NEXT Could You Have BPD? Quiz: Could You Have a Thyroid Problem? Understanding Rheumatoid Arthritis Quiz: How Assertive Are You? What Kind of Parent Are You? Were You Affected by an Alcoholic Parent? Quiz: Are You At Risk For Burnout? Test Your Perfectionist Tendencies AN ABOUT.COM BRAND You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Alzheimer's & Dementia newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2016 Verywell.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.