Could your sleep habits predict Alzheimer's? new study investigates
NCT ID NCT03278119
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at how age-related sleep changes and sleep apnea might increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease. Researchers will use brain scans and overnight sleep tests in 158 healthy adults aged 55-75 to measure amyloid buildup and sleep patterns over two years. The goal is to understand if poor sleep contributes to Alzheimer's, which could lead to new ways to prevent the disease.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could identify sleep-related risk factors for Alzheimer's, pointing toward new prevention strategies.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not find clear links, and results may not apply to everyone.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Healthy Brain Aging and Sleep Center
New York, New York, 10016, United States
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