Early Alzheimer's patients pursuing lecanemab show low adherence to brain health advice
Researchers at the Mass General Brigham Neuroscience Institute found that most patients with early Alzheimer's disease are not optimally adhering to recommendations for improving their brain health, including exercising, getting adequate sleep, preventing hypertension and eating a heart-healthy diet. The results, published in The Journal of Prevention of Alzheimer's Disease, show that fewer than…
A study by researchers at the Mass General Brigham Neuroscience Institute reveals that a majority of patients with early Alzheimer's disease are not following brain health recommendations, including exercise, adequate sleep, and a heart-healthy diet. Published in The Journal of Prevention of Alzheimer's Disease, the research indicates that less than 3% of the studied patients adhered to all 15 recommended brain health practices.
Both patients pursuing anti-amyloid therapy with lecanemab and those not pursuing such treatment had poor adherence, showing no significant difference between the groups. Lead author Dr. Kirk Daffner noted the study's findings underscore the need for more supportive interventions to encourage behavior change in patients.
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