Social Isoaltion linked to increase risk of dementia
A new study by Johns Hopkins researchers published in the Journal of American Geriatrics Society shows that socially isolated older adults have a 27% higher…
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Six important cold-weather caregiver tips
Being Patient writes “It’s not a coincidence that a person’s mood may drop along with the temperature in winter and early spring. The days are shorter and the weather is…
How Harvard brain expert stays sharp & healthy
CNBC MakeIt reports “As a psychiatrist and neuroscience researcher, I’ve spent 27 years studying the surprising connections between our mental health, physical health and brain health.…
Experimental Alzheimer’s drug slows cognitive decline, focus shifts to side effects
This recent Reuters piece highlights a new experimental Alzheimer’s drug from Eisai & Biogen which has shown evidence of effectively slowing cognitive decline. Researchers are…
Food and drinks high in antioxidant flavonols helps slow memory and cognitive decline, study shows
Neuroscience news reports “People who eat or drink more foods with antioxidant flavanols, which are found in several fruits and vegetables as well as tea…
Changes in walk reveal insights on cognitive status
According to a recent neurological study, changes in a person’s balance or how they walk could reveal a lot about their cognitive status. Read full…
Strawberries may provide some protection against Alzheimer’s Disease
The Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease recently shared information that indicates strawberries may protect against Alzheimer’s disease. ‘“We suspect the anti-inflammatory properties of pelargonidin may decrease…
Viruses triggering Alz?
“Shingles infection may awaken dormant neurological herpes viruses, causing inflammation and accumulation of Alzheimer’s associated proteins in the brain.” Writes SciTech Daily. Full text available…
The fight against Alzheimer’s: Where are we now?
This interesting article by Sandee LaMotte of CNN discusses where we are at with Alzheimer’s research, how close we are to a potential cure and…
Alzheimer’s & ADHD drug therapy overlap?
Best Life reports that “researchers are now identifying drugs that may be beneficial to AD patients, including one that may help relieve a particular Alzheimer’s…