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dementia
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Study: High blood pressure in your 30s may mean poorer brain health in your 70s
Are hypertension and blood pressure changes in early adulthood associated with late-life brain health? According to a new study from…
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Having both hearing and vision loss may double risk of dementia
Losing some hearing or eyesight is fairly common as we age. However, a new study says losing function in both…
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Report says better evidence needed on effective dementia interventions
Strong evidence on dementia care interventions is lacking, and what exists does not reflect the experiences of diverse populations, according…
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Study shows common acid suppressants may increase dementia risk
Millions of people around the world take acid suppressants called proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) for conditions like heartburn, gastritis and…
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How one reporter leveraged a conference opportunity to report dementia series
How do you wrap your arms around a topic as big as dementia to create a five-part series that’s cohesive,…
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Brain health supplements offer mostly hype, false hope
I don’t know about you, but every time I see a commercial for one particular supplement marketed to improve brain…
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Poor sleep quality linked to increased Alzheimer’s risk in Hispanics
Sleep disturbances among Hispanics may increase their risk of cognitive impairment and Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new study. Researchers…
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Panelists discuss challenges of reporting on mental health and older adults
Covering mental health issues among older adults first means understanding the differences between issues of social isolation, loneliness, depression, and…
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Memory cafes provide a welcoming place for those with dementia
Are you familiar with the concept of memory cafes? If not you should learn more, because there’s likely one in…
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New blood test shows promise in predicting Alzheimer’s disease
You may have read reports about a new blood test to detect early brain changes that can flag common markers…