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Healthier Heart, Healthier Brain
September 25, 2018
Older men and women who had the highest levels of cardiovascular health were at less risk of developing dementia than…
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Graceful Exercise: Tai Chi
July 28, 2011
By Jason Schneider Exercise is important for people of all ages, but can be especially beneficial to people with memory…
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Non-Genetic Risk Factors
July 30, 2010
Age During the course of normal aging, the brain undergoes a number of changes: Some neurons (nerve cells) in certain…
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What Causes Alzheimer’s Disease?
July 29, 2010
The causes of Alzheimer’s disease are not yet fully understood, but scientists are zeroing in on the answers. This is…
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Mildly High Cholesterol at Midlife Is Linked to Alzheimer’s
January 20, 2010
Men and women whose cholesterol levels were mildly elevated in middle age are at increased risk of developing Alzheimer's disease as they grow old...
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The Physical Toll of Alzheimer’s Disease
December 7, 2009
Alzheimer's remains a leading cause of death, yet many consider it a disease of mind and memory. But there are physical tolls on the body of Alzheimer's...
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High Blood Pressure Linked to Memory Problems in Midlife
November 16, 2009
High blood pressure was linked to memory and thinking problems in people over 45, according to findings from a large study, possibly setting the stage for problems like Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia later in life...
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Heart Rhythm Disorder Linked to Alzheimer’s
July 7, 2009
Men and women with a heart rhythm problem called atrial fibrillation are at increased risk of Alzheimer's disease...
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10 Tips for Keeping the Brain Sharp Into 2009
January 5, 2009
One piece of excellent news in the past year was that brain health seems to be improving among older Americans.
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High Cholesterol in Your 40s Increases Alzheimer’s Risk
June 3, 2008
Those with high cholesterol in their early 40s are more likely to develop Alzheimer's disease than those with low cholesterol.
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Midlife Spread Increases Risk of Dementia
April 21, 2008
Having a thick middle in your middle years may increase your risk for dementia, a new study shows.
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At Risk for Stroke, At Risk for Mental Decline
March 11, 2008
Stroke risk factors linked to cognitive problems in older Americans.
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Can Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs Prevent Alzheimer’s?
February 15, 2008
Statin drugs did not ward off dementia in one report.
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Gene May Keep the Mind Sharp into Old Age
January 3, 2007
Men and women who inherit a certain gene lived to a ripe old age with memory intact.
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Another Person Develops Dementia Every Seven Seconds
December 28, 2005
Alzheimer's cases are set to double every 20 years.
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Cholesterol Drugs May Slow Alzheimer’s Progression
December 6, 2005
Medicines that lower cholesterol may help ward off mental decline.
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Cholesterol-lowering Drugs of Uncertain Benefit for Alzheimer’s
July 11, 2005
Statin drugs for the heart may not offer aid for the brain, a large new study reports.
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Fat, Forty, and at Risk for Alzheimer’s?
May 5, 2005
Excess weight in middle age may up your risk for dementia.
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Doctors Identify Possible New “Alzheimer’s Gene”
March 2, 2005
Carrying the gene may increase your risk for the disease.
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Be Good to Your Heart, and Your Brain May Thank You
January 24, 2005
High cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes, and smoking may all up your risk for Alzheimer's disease.
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Alzheimer’s May Hit Minorities Especially Hard
August 1, 2004
Hispanics and Blacks were particularly vulnerable to the mind-ravaging illness.
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Spinach, Broccoli May Help Keep the Brain Young.
July 20, 2004
Certain vegetables may aid the brain and memory.
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Can Soy Keep the Mind Sharp?
July 7, 2004
Soy may do little to prevent mental decline, a new study concludes.
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Excess Pounds May Boost Alzheimer’s Risk
July 16, 2003
Need another reason to keep your weight down? In a new study, obesity in older women was linked to Alzheimer's.
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