
Frontline: Smartwatches and depression symptoms; menopause; early sign of Alzheimer’s
Smartwatches May Be Able to Detect Depression Symptoms A joint research team from Korea and…

Smartwatches May Be Able to Detect Depression Symptoms A joint research team from Korea and…

Whether it’s for a parent, spouse, or someone else in your life experiencing cognitive decline,…

Study Advances Possible Blood Test for Early-Stage Alzheimer’s A study published in the January issue…

Forgetting where you left your keys or struggling to recall someone’s name is a common…

As we grow older, keeping our minds sharp becomes essential, and one of the most…

As women age, we often worry about the possibility of cognitive decline, and with good…

Getting a restful night’s sleep is essential for overall health, and for women, this may…

This year has seen significant advances in understanding, preventing, and treating Alzheimer’s disease (AD), offering…

Shingles Is Associated with Higher Risk of Cognitive Decline in Women Having a bout of…

Memory is imperfect. Certain information may be harder to recall at one time or another….

Simpler Screening Detects More Cervical Cancer, Precancerous Lesions Scientists have developed a new, more effective…

You’re in the grocery store shopping for avocados and suddenly you burst out in tears….

When assessing your risk for cardiovascular disease, you know to pay close attention to your…

Keeping track of calories, carbs, fiber, and protein are familiar ways to gauge the nutritional…

Chronic inflammation is associated with brain-related health issues, including Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and cognitive decline….

Individuals who experience early memory difficulties and whose partners agree that there may be memory…

Sex-Specific Criteria Help Predict Heart Disease Risk in Women Cardiovascular disease in women is often…

Once in a while it’s normal to have difficulty falling asleep because you have a…

In the 1960s, the Peace Corps created a public service campaign with the slogan: “It’s…

Anti-inflammatory diets focus on whole, nutrient dense foods, while minimizing or eliminating processed foods, refined…
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Several weeks ago I broke out in hives. What exactly are hives, and what causes…

The snoring grows louder, like it’s building to some kind of crescendo. But instead, the…

A 2023 survey found that 74 percent of U.S. adults take some kind of dietary…

The benefits of physical activity are well-established. Not only can being physically active make you…

Struggling to find the right word now and again is a normal part of aging;…

Too Much Niacin May Contribute to Heart Disease High levels of an essential B vitamin—niacin—may…

Some changes in memory and thinking skills are frustrating, though normal, aspects of getting older….

Dietary supplements, whether they are marketed for immune system support, weight loss, better memory, or…

Two separate diet plans— each associated with cognitive benefits on their own—have an even greater…

We’ve known for quite some time that avoiding sweets and processed foods is associated with…

If the times you go to sleep and awaken each day vary too much, you…

There are countless studies showing that physical activity helps improve mental and physical health, and…

Cutting a Teaspoon of Salt Per Day Significantly Lowers Blood Pressure An antihypertensive medication is…

Walking is a favorite exercise here at Focus on Healthy Aging—it’s something you can do…
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I recently read that a diagnostic lab is offering a new blood test for Alzheimer’s…

It’s long been known that a good night’s sleep sets the stage for a productive…

Phototherapy Demonstrates Promise for Alzheimer’s Treatment A new study has demonstrated promising results using photobiomodulation…

Researchers are learning more about how certain immune cells and hormones affect the course of…

Just like every other body part, the brain tends to slow down as we age….

A diminished sense of smell is associated with several serious health conditions, including a COVID-19…

The Folklore. Ripe tomatoes, plump with the flavor and fragrance of summer, tug heavily on…

An estimated 6.7 million Americans who are ages 65 and older currently have Alzheimer’s dementia,…

Stronger Bones Linked with Lower Dementia Risk Older adults who have weaker, more brittle bones…

Leafy green vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and lean proteins are the well-established staples of a…

Do you stop talking mid-sentence because you can’t find the right word, or forget where…