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Benefits of Testing
Evaluate your risk and get educated about the practical steps you can take today for your health, your family and your future.
For your Health
"Although there is no way to change one’s APOE-e4 status [the high risk form of the APOE gene], lifestyle modifications may help reduce the potential effects of having APOE-e4 [the high risk form of the APOE gene]. These lifestyle modifications include eating a heart-healthy diet, exercising and staying mentally active.”
– Alzheimer's Association position statement on genetic testing for Alzheimer’s disease April 2008
Lifestyle changes
There are simply changes you can make right now that promote a healthy brain and may help lower the risk for Alzheimer’s. These include:
- Lowering cholesterol and homocysteine levels
- Lowering high blood pressure levels
- Controlling diabetes
- Exercising regularly
- Engaging in social and intellectually stimulating activities
Your comprehensive results report provides more details on how these practical changes may lower your risk. Your included physicians report is a guide to help you partner with your physician to implement appropriate lifestyle changes.
Memory screening for early detection
For individuals who are at high risk, you may want to consider memory screening to detect early symptoms of the disease. Early detection of symptoms plus early treatment equals better health outcomes.
Volunteering for clinical trials
The dramatic rise in cases of Alzheimer’s has increased the number of scientists who are researching ways to cure or prevent the disease. These researchers need your help! Find out how you can benefit from the latest research for Alzheimer’s treatment and prevention while helping to fight this disease.
For your Family
“Because my mother had Alzheimer’s disease, I thought I would get it for sure. Through Alzheimer’s Mirror’s testing service I learned that it wasn’t inevitable. I can now reassure my family by having informed discussions about my personal risk.”
-Rebecca S , Miami, FL
Alzheimer’s is a disease that impacts the entire family. Knowing your risk can provide valuable information to have informed discussions with your family.
- Reassure your family about your personal risk of Alzheimer’s disease
- Develop an Alzheimer’s Readiness plan with your family
For your Future
“My father’s Alzheimer’s care exhausted his savings. I want to know my risk so I can make informed decisions for my retirement and future healthcare.
-George P, San Jose, CA
A recent survey by the MetLife Foundation survey found that Americans do NOT plan for the possibility of developing Alzheimer’s1
Key findings:
- 8 out of 10 think it is important to plan ahead for the possibility of getting Alzheimer’s
- 83% have taken NO steps to prepare for the possibility of Alzheimer’s
- 58% have NOT designated anyone to take care of their affairs if they were to get Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s Mirror can provide you with a more complete picture of your personal risk so you can make informed decisions to help secure your financial and healthcare future.
1 MetLife Foundation Alzheimer’s Survey: What America Thinks 2006