360° Human Explorer Tour: Alzheimers

Dr_Rob November 1, 2024

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Alzheimer’s Disease
This is your 360 Human Explorer introduction to Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s is a form of dementia caused by structural changes in the brain.

Using the 360 Human Explorer, we can examine the nervous system, focusing on the brain.

In Alzheimer’s, the brain shrinks, with less brain mass and more fluid-filled spaces. This leads to memory loss, cognitive decline, and difficulty with daily tasks. Advanced imaging can sometimes detect abnormal proteins, like amyloid plaques, associated with the disease.

Empathy is key when understanding Alzheimer’s. The structural changes in the brain are significant and impair normal functioning.

Use the 360 Human Explorer to learn more about this condition and support those affected.

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