A new treatment for Alzheimer’s disease is offering hope to patients and their families. Five patients from across the country, including Lori Baetz from Michigan and Kathi Rigby from California and Florida, are sharing their stories to raise awareness about the importance of early diagnosis and treatment.

Personal Stories

These patients, who were diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, have seen significant improvements in their condition after receiving the new anti-amyloid treatments. Dr. Brent Beasley, a retired internal medicine physician, was able to return to serving as a deacon at his church and working as an advocate for patients with the disease after receiving treatment. Ralph Carmona, a retired community and corporate sector advocate, has been able to continue running marathons and serving on advisory boards.

The patients emphasize the importance of early diagnosis and treatment, as these new treatments work best when initiated early. They also stress the need for expanding access to blood tests that can help identify Alzheimer’s disease earlier and more accurately, as well as empowering primary care doctors to recognize cognitive impairment sooner.

A Call to Action

The patients are calling for early diagnosis to become a national priority, allowing patients to learn about their condition while they still have time to act. They also advocate for supporting caregivers and ensuring that patients who are good candidates for these treatments can pursue them without burdensome administrative policies and insurance denials.

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