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A Hidden Danger for People With Alzheimer’s: Excess Medications
January 28, 2026
One in four older Americans with Alzheimer’s disease are prescribed risky medications they may not need, according to a new…
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Hearing Aids May Lower Your Alzheimer’s Risk
January 28, 2026
Hearing aids are an invaluable technology for people with hearing loss. Still, many people who could benefit don’t wear them,…
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What Our Body Clocks May Say About Our Alzheimer’s Risk
January 14, 2026
Our circadian rhythms, the internal body clock that determines when we are most active and alert and when we wind…
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Is Full-Fat Cheese Good for the Brain?
January 14, 2026
Fans of triple-crème brie, cheddar and quiche may be heartened by a recent study that found that consuming high-fat cheese…
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Social Interaction May Be Key to Keeping the Brain Young
December 24, 2025
Two new studies underscore the importance of social interaction in helping to keep the brain in good working order as…
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6 Symptoms of Depression That May Raise Your Alzheimer’s Risk
December 24, 2025
Being depressed has been linked to an increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Now researchers…
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Your Driving Habits Could Predict Cognitive Decline
December 10, 2025
Your driving patterns could be an early indicator of cognitive decline, a new study suggests. Identifying changing driving habits could…
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Shingles Vaccine Could Slow Dementia Progression
December 10, 2025
The shingles vaccine may provide benefits to people who have dementia, by slowing the progression of disease, a new study…
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Listening to Music May Cut Dementia Risk
November 26, 2025
Here’s an easy daily habit that may help to keep the brain sharp in old age: Listen to music. A…
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Exercise Later in Life May Be Key to Lowering Alzheimer’s Risk
November 26, 2025
Many studies have shown that exercise is good for the brain. But is physical activity most important earlier or later…
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How 3,000 Steps a Day May Benefit the Brain
November 12, 2025
Walking just a few thousand steps a day may slow the progression of Alzheimer’s among older adults at heightened risk…
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Brain Risks of Hearing Loss May Start Early
November 12, 2025
A new analysis underscores the importance of good hearing for good brain health. A new study found that people in…
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How Brain-Training Games May Boost Brainpower
October 29, 2025
An online brain-training program that presents users with game-like cognitive challenges appeared to boost levels of brain chemicals critical for…
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FDA Approves New Blood Test for Alzheimer’s
October 29, 2025
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new blood test to aid in the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease. It…
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This B Vitamin May Be Critical for Dementia Prevention
October 15, 2025
Eating a diet rich in riboflavin, a B vitamin, may substantially lower your dementia risk, according to a new report…
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A Common Injury That Raises Dementia Risk
October 15, 2025
Elderly men and women who suffer traumatic brain injuries—most often the result of a fall—are at increased risk of developing…
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Air Pollution May Accelerate Alzheimer’s Progression
October 1, 2025
Breathing in polluted air may speed up the progression of Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new report. The study found…
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Even Light Drinking May Raise Your Alzheimer’s Risk
October 1, 2025
Any amount of alcohol may be bad for the brain. And the more you drink, the higher your risk of…
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A Sense of Purpose May Bolster the Brain
September 17, 2025
Having a strong sense of purpose in life may help protect the aging brain, according to a new report. The…
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Insomnia Can Age the Brain
September 17, 2025
Poor sleep can leave you feeling tired, testy and drained. It may also take a serious toll on the brain,…
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Why You Should Get Your Hearing Checked Now
September 3, 2025
Good hearing is essential for good brain health, a growing body of evidence suggests. And the earlier you correct bad…
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Mediterranean Diet May Help Counter Genetic Risk of Alzheimer’s
September 3, 2025
A growing body of evidence shows that a traditional Mediterranean-style diet, rich in vegetables, fruits, beans, nuts, fish and olive…
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What Super Agers Can Teach Us About the Aging Brain
August 20, 2025
For 25 years, scientists at Northwestern University have been studying adults age 80 and older who have the same memory…
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Alzheimer’s Disease Typically Takes Over 3 Years to Diagnose
August 20, 2025
It takes an average of three-and-a-half years after symptoms are first noticed for people with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms…
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