Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is a condition where brain aging is more pronounced, but individuals can still maintain independence and manage daily activities. However, MCI can sometimes be an early indicator of Alzheimer’s disease, a condition where symptoms progressively worsen, eventually leading to the need for full-time care. In the past, detection of Alzheimer’s disease was difficult given the complexity of the condition. However, today early diagnostic tests such as Cerebrospinal fluid

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There are various causes for memory loss for either mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or dementia. Some of those causes could be stroke, Alzheimer’s, alcohol use, along with other diseases like Parkinson’s Disease. In this short video, Vicki Armstrong, Gerontological Nurse Practitioner, discusses the causes of memory loss. Learn more about memory loss, dementia, and Alzheimer’s by visiting riversideonline.com/memory. | Riverside