183 - Alzheimer's Disease - One Minute History

The video discusses the history and research of Alzheimer's disease, starting with Augusta Dieter's case and Dr. Alzheimer's foundational observations. Dr. Robert Katzman later redefined Alzheimer's as the most common form of dementia. Research has identified amyloid plaques and neurofibrillary tangles as main causes, offering hope for future treatments and a potential cure.

What breakthroughs have been made in understanding Alzheimer's mechanisms?

What hope do recent advances in Alzheimer's research offer?