Alzheimer’s

Of the many changes that occur as we age, the possibility of Alzheimer’s disease is among the most concerning. Whether you’re worried about memory changes in yourself or a loved one, you might have questions like, “How is Alzheimer’s diagnosed?” Medical Clinics of New York City offers comprehensive evaluations through our expert neurologists for Alzheimer’s disease […]

As of 2020, more than 55% of people globally have a dementia diagnosis, according to Alzheimer’s Disease International. The National Health Statistics Reports for June 2024 shows that 4% of Americans over 65 have a dementia diagnosis, with the risk for this neurological condition increasing with age. People often include dementia and Alzheimer’s disease in the same category, but […]

Watching a loved one mentally decline is difficult. Behavioral changes can make them feel like a completely different person, making it especially difficult for spouses and children to watch someone begin to decline. You’re not alone — The Journal of the Alzheimer’s Association estimates about 5 million adults had Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD) in 2014, […]

Lecanemab (Leqembi®) is an antibody intravenous (IV) infusion therapy that targets and removes beta-amyloid from the brain. It has received traditional approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat early Alzheimer’s disease, including people living with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or mild dementia due to Alzheimer’s disease who have confirmation of elevated […]