Four million Americans are currently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease; it is estimated that that number will increase fivefold in the next 50 years. Neurologist James Bennett (University of Virginia) discusses new research that shows abnormalities in mitochondrial genes may cause Alzheimer’s disease.
Also featured: Frieda Butler (George Mason University) talks about the rewards and challenges of caring for the elderly.
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