New test for Alzheimer's Disease

I saw an article in the newspaper today, but unfortunately didn't cut it out before our newspaper went in the garbage, so I'll try to remember the gist of it for you.

There may be a new test that they can do that will help predict if you will develop Alzheimer's disease in the next 9 years. Why would you want to know? Perhaps so you can watch for the signs and take medications to delay the symptoms you will experience.

The question in my mind, however, is will they use these sorts of tests in a negative way to deny you insurance? You never know. Hopefully, the information will only be used for the good.

The article also said that people who stay active mentally and are more sociable are less likely to develop Alzheimer's disease. As you age, if you live alone, you may want to consider moving to an independent living community so you have other people around you to stimulate you mentally.