Alzheimer’s blood test to give Australians invaluable gift of time

Australians will soon have access to the first diagnostic blood test for Alzheimer’s disease that researchers say will transform early detection, treatment and potentially prevention.

Australians will soon have access to the first diagnostic blood test for Alzheimer’s disease that researchers say will transform early detection, treatment and potentially prevention.

The lead researcher told Newsweek that an entire American population has largely been overlooked in brain health studies.

4 min readNew DelhiJul 26, 2026 10:00 PM IST Diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease has traditionally involved a combination of cognitive assessments, brain scans, and, in some cases, invasive spinal fluid tests—an often lengthy process that can delay clarity for people experiencing memory loss and cognitive decline. Now, a si

Dr. Kellyann Niotis, widely described as the first fellowship-trained preventive neurologist, follows a few science-backed habits to boost her brain health. Dr. Kellyann Niotis Dr. Kellyann Niotis, a preventive neurologist, follows a few habits to reduce her Alzheimer's risk. She said hydration and a diet rich in omeg