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Asthma May Affect Memory in Children, Study Finds
New research suggests the condition may have long-term consequences.
‘Silent Phase’ of Alzheimer’s Begins Decades Before Symptoms, NIH Study Suggests
The disease progresses in two distinct phases, with brain changes beginning up to 20 years before symptoms appear.
52-Year Study Links Eating Eggs to Better Memory in Women
The link between eating eggs and improved long-term memory and executive functioning is good news for women.
Certain Blood Pressure Medications Might Reduce Alzheimer’s Risk, Study Finds
Researchers have found a link between untreated hypertension and Alzheimer’s disease.
Dementia Drug Prescriptions Up 46 Percent in 10 Years in Australia
A new report has revealed that the disease is the second highest cause of death in the nation.
Nighttime Light Exposure Linked to Higher Alzheimer’s Risk: Study
Though city lights illuminate the night, they and other forms of light may disrupt our circadian rhythms, potentially making people more vulnerable to disease.
Anti-Inflammatory Diet May Reduce Dementia Risk by Up to a Third: Study
A recent study explores the relationship between diet and dementia within the context of cardiometabolic diseases.
Stable Blood Sugar Levels Could Reduce Dementia Risk in Older Adults With Diabetes
A recent study indicates that maintaining stable blood sugar levels could potentially reduce the risk of developing dementia in Type 2 diabetes patients.
Declining Sense of Purpose in Older Adults May Be Early Sign of Dementia: Study
A decline in sense of purpose and a feeling of stunted personal growth precede cognitive decline in older adults, one study finds.
Short Bursts of Intense Exercise for 6 Months Can Reduce Cognitive Decline: Research
Researchers at the University of Queensland found high-intensity interval exercise can enhance brain function.
Unlock Better Sleep and Ward Off Dementia: The Power of Vitamin D
Discover vitamin D’s lesser-known benefits and the best times to take it for your goals.
Prostate Meds Slash Dementia Risk by up to 40 Percent: Study
Commonly prescribed alpha-blockers for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia may also offer protective effects against dementia with Lewy bodies.
Half a Tablespoon of Olive Oil Daily May Protect Brain Health
Olive oil may reduce risk of dementia-related death by 28 percent, study finds. Swapping margarine for olive oil also beneficial.
Terminal Lucidity: Many Patients Experience an Unexplained Return of Mental Acuity in Their Final Days
The phenomenon is not new, and instances have been recorded in medical literature going back to the 19th century.
Stressful Life Events Linked to Later Alzheimer’s Development
Neuroplasticity can help mitigate the negative effects of life’s stressful events.
Heart Disease the Leading Cause of Death in Australia, But Data Reveals More Complex Picture
Four out of five deaths in Australia have more than one cause, and a new report from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare delves into the data.
Opinion: Are We a Culture That Celebrates Life or Death?
In the case of euthanasia, the slippery slope is a reality and it is the argument.
Vision and Hearing Changes Could Predict Dementia Long Before Diagnosis
Studies found that dementia is more prevalent among those with hearing loss—however, those who used hearing aids had a lower incidence than those who didn’t.
