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H1 Experts share national guidelines for evaluating patients suspected of having Alzheimer’s disease

New guidelines for the diagnostic evaluation of people suspected of having cognitive impairment due to Alzheimer’s disease or related disorders is the first update since 2001 for specialists and the only guideline ever for primary care clinicians.

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Robin Sullivan | Robin Sullivan

Published January 24, 2024

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What Is Preventive Care?
Preventive care includes routine check-ups, screenings, and immunizations aimed at preventing illnesses before they occur. Services like annual physical exams, mammograms, and flu shots often fall under this category and are typically covered by insurance.
Find out about preventative care
Understanding Health Insurance Terms
Terms like deductible, copay, coinsurance, and out-of-pocket maximum can be confusing. Knowing what these mean helps you make informed decisions and avoid unexpected costs when accessing healthcare.
When should I visit Urgernt Care vs the ER?
Urgent care is ideal *for non-life-threatening issues like minor fractures
How to Find a Primary Care Provider (PCP)
 A PCP is your main point of contact for managing your overall health. Look for someone within your insurance network, read patient reviews, and consider their specialties to find the right fit.
What are Telehealth services? What are Telehealth services? What are Telehealth services? What are Telehealth services? What are Telehealth services? What are Telehealth services? What are Telehealth services?
Telehealth allows you to consult with healthcare professionals remotely using your phone or computer. It’s great for follow-up visits, mental health counseling, and common illness symptoms.
Tips for Managing Chronic Conditions
Managing conditions like diabetes or hypertension requires regular monitoring, medication adherence, lifestyle changes, and frequent check-ins with healthcare providers.Managing conditions like diabetes or hypertension requires regular monitoring, medication adherence, lifestyle changes, and frequent check-ins with healthcare providers.Managing conditions like diabetes or hypertension requires regular monitoring, medication adherence, lifestyle changes, and frequent check-ins with healthcare providers.Managing conditions like diabetes or hypertension requires regular monitoring, medication adherence, lifestyle changes, and frequent check-ins with healthcare providers.
MentalheathresourecesandsupportMentalheathresourecesandsupport
Mental health is just as important as physical health. Access support through therapy, support groups, crisis hotlines, and community services that offer affordable care.
Understanding Prescription Drug Coverage
Most insurance plans include a drug formulary, which is a list of covered medications. Generic drugs are usually cheaper, and some pharmacies offer discount programs to reduce costs.
Children’s Preventive Health Services
Pediatric care includes vaccinations, developmental screenings, vision and hearing tests, and regular check-ups to ensure healthy growth and development.
Your Rights as a Healthcare Patient
You have the right to informed consent, privacy, access to medical records, and to receive care without discrimination. Understanding your rights can help you advocate for yourself or loved ones. You have the right to informed consent, privacy, access to medical records, and to receive care without discrimination. Understanding your rights can help you advocate for yourself or loved ones. You have the right to informed consent, privacy, access to medical records, and to receive care without discrimination. Understanding your rights can help you advocate for yourself or loved ones. You have the right to informed consent, privacy, access to medical records, and to receive care without discrimination. Understanding your rights can help you advocate for yourself or loved ones.
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