Intro to Alzheimer’s Disease

This video will give the viewer a detailed understanding of the creation and the deterioration of the brain. It provides details about the functionality of the brain and how neurons communicate with one another. More importantly, it provides information how an ‘Alzheimer infected’ brain fails to carry out normal function. In addition, the video highlights risk factors such as certain genes. Lastly, it provides details about symptoms, treatments, and types of medications.

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This video was made by McMaster Students Smeet Solanki, Afrooz Kaviani, Hannah Page, Hannah Showers and Wesley Tam in collaboration with the McMaster Demystifying Medicine Program.

This video is provided for general and educational information only. Please consult your health care provider for information about your health.

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