Heather M. Snyder, PhD, discusses key findings from the US Pointer study, a large US-based clinical trial in which structured support, rather than self-guided lifestyle change, significantly benefited participants.

She shares how clinicians can integrate the findings into routine care to help patients improve cardiometabolic health and reduce dementia risk.

ContributorHeather M. Snyder, PhDSenior Vice President
Medical & Scientific Relations
Alzheimer’s Association

Disclosures: Heather M. Snyder, PhD, has no relevant financial relationships or conflicts of interest to disclose. Dr. Snyder is a full-time employee of the Alzheimer’s Association; her spouse is an employee at Abbott Labs in an unrelated field.

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