According to Julie Williams of Cardiff Univesity, UK new studies were found that there are specific genes that increase the risk of Alzheimer’s and a blood protein that speeds up the cognitive decline of Alzheimer’s.

The study suggests that disruption of the immune system, the way that cells metabolize fat and the wear and tear on the circulatory system may be as much to blame for this devastating illness or the main cause. Dr. Williams states that the findings “show us the prime pathways into the disease”.

With this new finding it may help researchers figure out the underlying biological process that cause Alzheimer’s. Several doctors are however quick to say that there are no treatments overnight as this new finding will take time but could lead research towards drugs that maintain the health of immune and vascular systems.

It is however still a landmark finding and will give researchers a better understanding of possible pathogenic mechanisms leading to Alzheimer’s disease and will give researchers a new boost to find treatment and prevention for this disease. While the study is a breakthrough it doesn’t give an immediate result for the public, there are no new medications to take and no new genetic test to do.  The study will help strengthen the rationale for anti-amyloid drugs and will also generate more focus on treatments targeting inflammation, which haven’t been successful in the past.

For more on this finding and article go to www.newscientist.com