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His genes forecast Alzheimer's. His brain had other plans.

Doug Whitney was supposed to develop Alzheimer's by 50. Now scientists are trying to understand why his brain remains healthy at 75.

Feb 12, 2025 - 15:22
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His genes forecast Alzheimer's. His brain had other plans.
Ione and Doug Whitney, February, 2025.

Doug Whitney was supposed to develop Alzheimer's by 50. Now scientists are trying to understand why his brain remains healthy at 75.

(Image credit: Megan Farmer, WashU Medicine)

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