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If Forgetfulness Is a Problem, Review Your Medications

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

Drug Approvals and Research Advances Improve Alzheimer’s Disease Treatment

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

Confabulation: Benign Memory Mix-Ups or Early Signs of Cognitive Impairment?

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

Recognize the Difference Between Normal Brain Aging and Cognitive Decline

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

What Does It Mean to Receive a Diagnosis of Mild Cognitive Impairment?

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

Brain Networks May Benefit from Walking

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Walking is a favorite exercise here at Focus on Healthy Aging—it’s something you can do…

Frontline: Atrial Fibrillation and Memory Decline; Acute Respiratory Infection; Mobile Stroke Units

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Atrial Fibrillation Diagnosis May Increase Risk of Memory Decline A diagnosis of atrial fibrillation (A-fib)…

Early Alzheimer’s Diagnosis Could Help Slow Disease Progression

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

Lecanemab: The First Drug to Slow Down Alzheimer’s Disease

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According to the National Institute on Aging, heart attacks and strokes are the biggest risks…

Add Buffers Around Your Memory By Managing Dementia Risk Factors

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© Andriy Onufriyenko | Getty ImagesManaging dementia-related risk factors may help keep your brain “younger”…

News Briefs: October 2022

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Sleep Added to List of Essential Healthy Heart Habits © Wavebreakmedia | Getty Images There’s…

Symptoms of Brain Damage After Heart Attack – Is Memory Loss Permanent?

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Myocardial infarction, commonly known as a heart attack, is the most common cause of death…

Is Therapy Appropriate As Cognition Declines?

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Cognitive decline is often accompanied by mood disorders, such as anxiety and depression, as well…

Manage the Emotional Challenges 
Associated with Memory Loss

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A diagnosis of dementia immediately triggers thoughts about memory loss, trouble concentrating, poor judgment, and…

Ask the Doctor: September 2021

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Q. What does the new Alzheimer’s disease drug do, who is it for, and why…

Older Women Especially Vulnerable to Alzheimer’s

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More than 5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease (AD), and research suggests that…

Newsbriefs: Reducing Parkinson’s Symptoms; Blood Test for Cognitive Decline; Fittest City in America

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Spinal Cord Stimulation Reduces Parkinson’s Symptoms A team of researchers from the University of California,…

Treat the Medical Conditions That May Be Robbing Your Memory and Thinking Skills

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Health conditions that may not, on the surface, seem to have anything to do with…

Ask the Doctor: Depression Prevalence; MCI and Mood; Second Strokes

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Q: I’ve read a variety of statistics about the prevalence of depression. How common is…

Alcohol’s Overhyped Health Benefits

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Some people feel a drink at the end of a tough day helps them unwind…

Newsbites: Cardiovascular Health; Heart Health; Weight Loss Strategies

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Cardiovascular Health Linked to Transition from Mild Cognitive Impairment to Dementia A clinical study published…

Chocolate Benefits for Your Brain May Include Memory and Mood Improvement

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Eating moderate amounts of dark chocolate may benefit health in many ways. In fact, some…

Newsbriefs: Stimulating Sleep; Blood Tests

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Sound and Vibration Stimulate Sleep Many people find it easier to sleep in a car…

Meals for Better Memory: Know the Nutrients You Need for Sharper Thinking

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Just as eating the right foods is critical for managing your weight, blood glucose, blood…

Low Testosterone May Raise the Risk for Dementia and Alzheimer’s

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Typically, shiny red sports cars or Harley motorcycles come to mind when you hear the…

Stay Sharp: 4 Supplements That May Help Cognitive Health

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Researchers have identified a number of herbal and nutritional supplements that can prevent or slow…

Serotonin Supplements May Treat Depression, Anxiety, and Insomnia

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Research shows that when you’re consistently sad, pessimistic, or moody you may have a serotonin…

Stages of Alzheimer’s Disease: What to Expect and How to Prepare

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For many chronic diseases, evaluating the stage of the disease is part of the diagnostic…

Lack of Sleep Side Effects: The Link Between Sleep Deprivation, Brain Damage, and Memory

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Ask the Doctor: Neurologists; New Year’s Resolutions; Focusing

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Blood Pressure Control: What’s Good for the Heart Is Good for Brain Health and Memory

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Blood pressure is usually thought of as a cardio­vascular concern, but maintaining a healthy blood…