Drug Approvals and Research Advances Improve Alzheimer’s Disease Treatment
This year has seen significant advances in understanding, preventing, and treating Alzheimer’s disease (AD), offering…
This year has seen significant advances in understanding, preventing, and treating Alzheimer’s disease (AD), offering…
Memory is imperfect. Certain information may be harder to recall at one time or another….
Parkinson’s disease (PD) is thought of primarily as a disease affecting muscle function and motor…
Individuals who experience early memory difficulties and whose partners agree that there may be memory…
Once in a while it’s normal to have difficulty falling asleep because you have a…
The snoring grows louder, like it’s building to some kind of crescendo. But instead, the…
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Some changes in memory and thinking skills are frustrating, though normal, aspects of getting older….
Q: I recently heard the term “thought disorder” for the first time. Is that a…
Paying a bill late or forgetting to call your sister on her birthday are not…
Walking is a favorite exercise here at Focus on Healthy Aging—it’s something you can do…
Atrial Fibrillation Diagnosis May Increase Risk of Memory Decline A diagnosis of atrial fibrillation (A-fib)…
Just like every other body part, the brain tends to slow down as we age….
Beet, or beetroot, supplements are gaining quite a following for a number of health benefits,…
According to the National Institute on Aging, heart attacks and strokes are the biggest risks…
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Cognitive decline is often accompanied by mood disorders, such as anxiety and depression, as well…
Too Much Free Time May Boost Your Stress Levels Can having too much free time…
A diagnosis of dementia immediately triggers thoughts about memory loss, trouble concentrating, poor judgment, and…
Q. What does the new Alzheimer’s disease drug do, who is it for, and why…
Spinal Cord Stimulation Reduces Parkinson’s Symptoms A team of researchers from the University of California,…
Q: I’ve read a variety of statistics about the prevalence of depression. How common is…
Cardiovascular Health Linked to Transition from Mild Cognitive Impairment to Dementia A clinical study published…
Eating moderate amounts of dark chocolate may benefit health in many ways. In fact, some…
Sound and Vibration Stimulate Sleep Many people find it easier to sleep in a car…
Just as eating the right foods is critical for managing your weight, blood glucose, blood…
Typically, shiny red sports cars or Harley motorcycles come to mind when you hear the…
Researchers have identified a number of herbal and nutritional supplements that can prevent or slow…
Research shows that when you’re consistently sad, pessimistic, or moody you may have a serotonin…
For many chronic diseases, evaluating the stage of the disease is part of the diagnostic…
I am someone who requires a lot of sleep to get by. With a history…
Since pain is subjective and varies between individuals, it can be tough to pinpoint a…
Q: I feel as though my memory struggles are more than just age-related lapses. Should…
Blood pressure is usually thought of as a cardiovascular concern, but maintaining a healthy blood…