Dr. Holly Hunsberger

📣 Today is a turning point in what we know about brain health. The results from the U.S. POINTER trial provide the rigorous data needed to say with confidence that healthy behaviors can meaningfully protect brain health across diverse populations in the U.S. The findings, shared for the first time today at #AAIC25, tested lifestyle programs that simultaneously targeted risk factors. The programs focused on: ✅👟Aerobic exercise ✅🧠Cognitive engagement ✅🥗Nutrition ✅🫀Health Monitoring U.S. POINTER is the largest research commitment the Association has made in its history. The landmark results are testament to our commitment to our mission. Thank you to the study participants, our community, our donors, and the staff who made these findings possible. alz.org/USPOINTERresults

Philadelphia is purple this week in honor of the researchers, clinicians & dementia professionals from all over the world gathered here for #AAIC24 to advance dementia science and clinical practice. 🔔💜 #ENDALZ 🎥: @discoverPHL & Nathaniel Bayona

News from #AAIC24: Blood tests that accurately and reliably detect Alzheimer’s could improve diagnosis in primary care, making testing more accessible and less invasive. They could also provide a quicker path to research participation and treatment. bit.ly/3WGPpxF