イメージHealth Checkup Facilities for Dementia in Nagasaki
Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia — the two most common forms of dementia — are known to involve brain changes that begin more than 10 years before symptoms emerge. A brain dock that includes MRI can evaluate key dementia risk factors such as overall brain atrophy, silent cerebral infarcts, white matter lesions, and aneurysms, enabling earlier lifestyle changes and timely medical intervention.
Key tests for Dementia in Nagasaki
Brain MRI (Brain Dock)
3 facilities in NagasakiAn MRI scan of the brain to check for conditions such as cerebral infarction, brain tumors, and aneurysms
Recommended frequency
A brain dock every 2 to 3 years is recommended for adults aged 50 and older, or for those with dementia risk factors such as high blood pressure, diabetes, or a family history of dementia.
Popular tests at facilities for Dementia in Nagasaki
Facilities in Nagasaki for Dementia
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長崎県西彼杵郡長与町北陽台1丁目5番1(シャトルバスで滑石地区より通院可)
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イメージ長崎県 大村市古賀島町133-22
新大村駅前から長崎県営バス「NR 北部循環線(右まわり)」で約5分、またはタクシーで約1.7km
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イメージFrequently asked questions
How many health checkup facilities in Nagasaki cover Dementia?
Nagasaki has 8 listed health checkup facilities that offer at least one of the tests related to Dementia (Brain MRI (Brain Dock)).
Which tests are effective for the early detection of Dementia?
For the early detection of Dementia, Brain MRI (Brain Dock) are effective. Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia — the two most common forms of dementia — are known to involve brain changes that begin more than 10 years before symptoms emerge. A brain dock that includes MRI can evaluate key dementia risk factors such as overall brain atrophy, silent cerebral infarcts, white matter lesions, and aneurysms, enabling earlier lifestyle changes and timely medical intervention.
How often should I undergo testing for Dementia?
A brain dock every 2 to 3 years is recommended for adults aged 50 and older, or for those with dementia risk factors such as high blood pressure, diabetes, or a family history of dementia.