‘With an estimated 425,416 individuals living with it, Dementia is the second leading cause of death of Australians contributing to 5.4% of all deaths in males and 10.6% of all deaths in females each year.’ (Dementia Australia, 2018)
Genetic testing is a fundamental phenomenon in 21st century society. Testing processes reveal the likelihood of an individual inheriting, passing on, or living with a suspected genetic condition. These medical tests identify any changes in proteins, chromosomes or genes (NIH, 2018). Accessible to the majority of the population today, there are several methods of genetic testing including; biochemical tests, relating to proteins; chromosomal tests, analysing chromosomes for large genetic changes; and molecular tests - studying particular genes for inconsistencies or mutations. Availability, cost and request protocols are examples of issues that may make it difficult for Australians to receive genetic testing (ALRC, n.d).
Destroying memory and other essential mental operations, Alzheimer’s is a progressive disease first identified with confusion and difficulty recalling …show more content…
There are two ‘types’ of AD - sporadic (affecting all ages, commonly over 65), and familial, a rare genetic form affecting individuals 65 and younger. Sporadic and familial AD will be onset for varying reasons including lifestyle factors. There is strong evidence suggesting that the development of AD is linked with cardiovascular disease, meaning risk factors are equal for both diseases. Simply put, lifestyle choices that affect your heart can also affect your brain. AD symptoms relate mainly to brain activity. Individuals are likely to experience difficulty performing tasks, reasoning and making judgements. Inability to plan and perform regular tasks as well as personality change are also common
Genetic testing is a fundamental phenomenon in 21st century society. Testing processes reveal the likelihood of an individual inheriting, passing on, or living with a suspected genetic condition. These medical tests identify any changes in proteins, chromosomes or genes (NIH, 2018). Accessible to the majority of the population today, there are several methods of genetic testing including; biochemical tests, relating to proteins; chromosomal tests, analysing chromosomes for large genetic changes; and molecular tests - studying particular genes for inconsistencies or mutations. Availability, cost and request protocols are examples of issues that may make it difficult for Australians to receive genetic testing (ALRC, n.d).
Destroying memory and other essential mental operations, Alzheimer’s is a progressive disease first identified with confusion and difficulty recalling …show more content…
There are two ‘types’ of AD - sporadic (affecting all ages, commonly over 65), and familial, a rare genetic form affecting individuals 65 and younger. Sporadic and familial AD will be onset for varying reasons including lifestyle factors. There is strong evidence suggesting that the development of AD is linked with cardiovascular disease, meaning risk factors are equal for both diseases. Simply put, lifestyle choices that affect your heart can also affect your brain. AD symptoms relate mainly to brain activity. Individuals are likely to experience difficulty performing tasks, reasoning and making judgements. Inability to plan and perform regular tasks as well as personality change are also common