Nathaniel Chin, MD, appeared on National Public Radio's (NPR) “All Things Considered” to discuss survey results published in the latest Alzheimer's Association annual report, which indicate that an increasing number of people are interested in testing for, diagnosing and treating Alzheimer's disease.
Chin is seeing the same trend in his practice. "I don't think people are as fearful as they have been in the past," he says. "I think there's a desire to just know what's happening to our bodies.”
A timely and accurate diagnosis is crucial because symptoms may be reversible or treatable, and certain treatments are more effective when started early. An early diagnosis also allows the person and their loved ones to educate themselves and make informed decisions regarding care, living arrangements, financial and legal issues.
Listen to “New survey reveals changing attitudes about Alzheimer's disease” on “All Things Considered,” published on April 29, 2025.
“More and more older Americans want to know their Alzheimer's status, survey finds” appeared on NPR.org on April 30, 2025.
Resources
- Download the 2025 Alzheimer's Disease Facts and Figures report and the 2025 Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Statistics infographic
- View Benefits of Early Diagnosis on the Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Institute (WAI) website
- Find a memory clinic
- Next Steps After Diagnosis: Resources for Those Newly Diagnosed with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI)
