A New Era in Dementia—Advances in Diagnostic Blood Tests, Novel Drugs, and the Power of Lifestyle Changes

Derek C. Angus; Matthew O’Connor

doi:10.1001/jama.2026.7539

May 20, 2026JAMA

A New Era in Dementia—Advances in Diagnostic Blood Tests, Novel Drugs, and the Power of Lifestyle Changes

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The aim is to explore recent innovations in diagnosing and treating dementia, particularly Alzheimer disease.
Interview with experts in dementia research and treatment
Focus on advancements in blood tests and pharmacological interventions
Discussion of the impact of lifestyle modifications on dementia care
Identification of new diagnostic blood tests that enhance early detection of dementia
Emerging drugs show promise in managing Alzheimer's symptoms
Lifestyle changes are promoted as beneficial alongside medical treatments for better outcomes

Implication

Discussion highlights recent advancements in blood tests and lifestyle changes for dementia management.

Abstract

JAMA Senior Editor Derek C. Angus, MD, MPH, spoke with Gil Rabinovici, MD, a neurologist and director of the University of California San Francisco Alzheimer Disease Research Center, about the latest developments in dementia and Alzheimer disease research.

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