WILL YOU GET ALZHEIMER'S?
The following survey was taken from the October 2001 issue of Men's Health Magazine.
The intention of the survey is provide the user with feedback on the level of risk for
getting Alzheimer's Disease. Please take a moment to complete the survey and
view the results below.
AGE
Incidence of Alzheimer's appears to double every 5 years after age 65.
What is your age? (-2 points for 65 and every 5 years over)
FAMILY HISTORY
Having family members with Alzheimer's Disease increases risk.
Has someone in your family already been diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease? (-3 points)
YES
NO
EDUCATION
Higher education may be a protective factor.
Do you have a bachelors degree or higher? (+1 point)
YES
NO
STIMULATION
Staying mentally active appears protective.
Do you have a mentally stimulating career or hobby? (+1 point)
YES
NO
HEAD INJURY
Head trauma may increase risk, especially if you're knocked out cold.
Have you ever had any minor head injury or blow which caused unconciousness? (-1 point)
YES
NO
CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM
Raised systolic blood pressure and high cholesterol during midlife may increase risk in later life.
Is your systolic blood pressure greater than 160? (-1 point)
YES
NO
Is your cholesterol 250 or higher? (-1 point)
YES
NO
LIFESTYLE
Keeping your body healthy also keeps your brain healthy.
Is your diet high in fat? (-1 point)
YES
NO
Do you exercise regularly? (+1 point)
YES
NO
Are you overweight? (-1 point)
YES
NO
ANTIOXIDANTS
Fresh fruits and vitamins C and E fight free-radical damage to the brain.
Do you eat plenty of fresh fruit? (+1 point)
YES
NO
Do you take vitamins C and E supplements daily? (+1 point)
YES
NO
OTHER
Forgetfulness often precedes AD. People with high stress are often forgetful and prone to illness.
Are you forgetful? (-1 point)
YES
NO
Are you under a lot of stress? (-1 point)
YES
NO
RESULTS
Based on your response, your score is: