Research shows Mediterranean diet may reduce risk for cognitive decline
NBC Reports “A diet that is rich in seafood, fruit, vegetables, nuts and olive oil may lower the risk of dementia, a new study suggests.…
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Increasing need for Comprehensive Dementia Support Programs
KHN writes “There’s no cure, yet, for Alzheimer’s disease. But dozens of programs developed in the past 20 years can improve the lives of both…
Social Withdrawal & Dementia
Gary Skole February 2023 As human beings, socialization is a vital part of our existence. Numerous studies have shown the importance of connecting with others…
New study highlights role of these lifestyle factors
Eating Well writes “While it’s true that a minority of Americans are officially diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, it’s probably far more common than…
New Alzheimer’s drug may not be available for a few more months
Fox News writes “The first drug proven to slow Alzheimer’s is on sale, but most U.S. patients will not be able to receive the treatment for several…
Small amounts of vigorous activity leads to higher cognition scores, study finds
CNN reports “People who spent “even small amounts of time in more vigorous activities — as little as 6 to 9 minutes — compared to…
Use of hearing aids lessens risk of dementia
Neuroscience News writes “Older adults with more severe hearing loss are more likely to suffer from dementia, but the likelihood of developing dementia was lower…
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…
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…
Experimental Alzheimer’s drug connected to third death in trials
Science writes “As enthusiasm mounts for a new experimental antibody that appears to slow cognitive decline in some Alzheimer’s patients, a third death linked to…