Free Alzheimer's Screenings for Older Adults in Dearborn
On Saturday, Metro Detroit residents can receive free Alzheimer's screenings offered by Neurogen Biomarking, a Chicago-based company focused on improving brain health care access.
Screening Details and Benefits
- Free blood biomarker test measuring P-tau 217, linked to Alzheimer's disease.
- Digital cognitive screening to assess brain function.
- Personalized brain health plan provided to each participant.
- Results returned within days after the screening.
- Free follow-up telehealth consultation if needed.
Event Information
The event, named "Capturing Memories," will be held from 10 a.m. at Insight Dearborn, located at 5111 Auto Club Drive, Suite 101.
Context and Expert Insights
More than 203,000 seniors in Michigan live with Alzheimer's, and the state has one of the fastest-growing older adult populations in the U.S.
"Brain health deserves the same priority as heart health. If we can test people with cognitive concerns early, we can intervene early." — Rany Aburashed, neurologist and CEO of Neurogen Biomarking
Aburashed emphasized that families often wait too long to seek specialized care, usually after significant memory loss has occurred.
Neurogen notes that this screening package typically costs about $500, making the free event a valuable opportunity.
Summary
Early, accessible Alzheimer's screening helps identify cognitive decline sooner, enabling timely intervention and better brain health outcomes.
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