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Loneliness Takes a Toll on the Brain
October 23, 2024
Feeling lonely raises the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia in old age, according to a…
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Falls in Older Adults May Presage Dementia Onset
October 9, 2024
Falls are common and potentially serious in older adults, since they can lead to broken hips and other serious medical…
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Cannabis Product May Help Ease Agitation of Alzheimer’s
October 9, 2024
A small study suggests that one of the main active ingredients in cannabis, THC, may help to relieve agitation in…
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What’s Your MIND Score? The Links Between Diet and Brain Health
September 25, 2024
Minding what you eat may help to keep the mind sharp. Those are the findings of a new study that…
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A Blood Test for Alzheimer’s May Be in Your Future
September 25, 2024
One day soon, getting tested for Alzheimer’s may be as simple as going to your doctor’s office and getting a…
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Good Vision Is Critical for Good Brain Health
September 11, 2024
Nearly one in five cases of dementia could be related to vision loss, according to a new analysis. The findings…
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Nighttime Lights May Be Bad for Your Brain
September 11, 2024
Turn down those Friday night lights – at least at bedtime.   A new study found that living in areas with…
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Fish Oil May Benefit People at High Risk for Alzheimer’s
August 28, 2024
Older men and women at high risk for Alzheimer’s disease may benefit from fish oil supplements, according to a new…
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Why Blood Pressure Checks Are So Important for Older Adults
August 28, 2024
Seniors who live with untreated high blood pressure are at increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new…
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The Power of Greenery
August 7, 2024
Living near green spaces may be good for the brain. A new study found that exposure to parks and trees…
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What Your Body Type Might Say About Your Alzheimer’s Risk
August 7, 2024
People who carry extra fat around their bellies or in their arms may be more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease…
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Inflammation Is a Threat to Brain Health Even in ‘Healthy’ Young Adults
July 10, 2024
Increasingly, doctors recognize that persistent, body-wide inflammation plays a role in many diseases of aging, including heart disease, diabetes, arthritis…
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The Foods That May Help Keep the Brain Sharp Over 7 Decades
July 10, 2024
Eating a healthy diet when young may help to keep the mind sharp into old age, according to a new…
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5 Things to Know About Kisunla, the New Alzheimer’s Drug
July 3, 2024
This product is not necessarily endorsed by the Fisher Center Foundation, or our scientists; the article is intended for informational …
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Which Parent Contributes More to Your Alzheimer’s Risk?
June 26, 2024
Who’s more important when it comes to Alzheimer’s risk: your mother or your father? A new study suggests that having…
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4 Changes That May Help Slow Alzheimer’s Progression
June 24, 2024
Changing your lifestyle in four key areas may help to slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease, a new report suggests.…
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Want to Keep Your Memory Sharp? Try Orienteering
June 12, 2024
Looking for fun new ways to help keep your memory sharp? Try orienteering, a sport that combines exercise with cognitive…
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Money Troubles May Be Early Sign of Alzheimer’s
June 12, 2024
Falling behind on credit card bills and mortgage payments may be an early sign of Alzheimer’s disease, according to a…
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Highly Processed Foods Are Bad for Your Brain
May 29, 2024
Eating a diet containing lots of highly processed foods like chips, cookies and sodas may increase the risk of thinking…
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Young With Diabetes? You May Be at Increased Risk of Alzheimer’s
May 29, 2024
Young people with diabetes may be at increased risk for developing Alzheimer’s disease later in life, according to a new…
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A New Genetic Form of Alzheimer’s Disease?
May 15, 2024
Carrying the APOE-E4 gene variant, inherited from one or both parents, has long been linked to an increased risk of…
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The Wide-Ranging Benefits of Social Engagement
May 15, 2024
Two new studies underscore the importance of staying socially active to promote general well-being and to keep the aging brain…
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Our Brains Are Getting Bigger!
May 1, 2024
Brain size is increasing with successive generations, according to a new report. Researchers found that people born in the 1970s…
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A Mentally Challenging Job Can Bolster the Brain
May 1, 2024
The more your work challenges your brain, the less likely you may be to develop memory and thinking problems down…
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