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Healthcare for what's next: Preventing the onset of Alzheimer's The Center for Brain Health at NorthShore Neurological Institute is on a mission to prevent Alzheimer's disease by improving brain health. A bold new initiative, the Center is taking a novel approach to Alzheimer's and related brain disorders like Parkinson's disease and Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy. Research has shown that establishing healthy habits earlier in life can improve brain health later. So Center experts are using genetic testing, advanced diagnostics and lifestyle factors to predict aging-related brain disorders. And we're protecting patients against these disorders with mental and physical exercise and improved diet and sleep habits. Risk factors for Alzheimer's. One of the greatest risks for Alzheimer's is a family history of the disease. Approximately 15 percent of the population carries a variation of the gene APOE, which can increase the risk up to 15 times. Genetic risks aside, women are twice as likely as men to develop Alzheimer's. Other risk factors include cardiovascular disease, depression, diabetes, diet, high cholesterol, hypertension, obesity, sleep disorders, smoking and stroke. Wherever possible, the Center is working to reduce the effects of these risks. A dedicated team, a multidisciplinary approach. The Center for Brain Health's team of leading specialists includes neurologists, neuropsychologists, genetic counselors, physical and cognitive therapists, researchers, dietitians and lifestyle coaches. Together, they assess your risk factors and develop a plan specifcally for you to help delay—and possibly prevent—brain disorders such as Alzheimer's. At NorthShore, we're always exploring what's next to improve brain health—and lives. Neurological Institute (847) 503-4CBH northshore.org/brainhealth ADVERTISEMENT