This Daily Activity Could Be Linked to a 5-Year Delay in Dementia Development
Social engagement could have a major impact on the development of dementia, potentially delaying onset of the cognitive disease by five years, according to a new study. Researchers from the Rush University Medical Center in Chicago monitored more than 1,900 participants without dementia through annual evaluations.
Fluctuating cholesterol linked to higher risk of dementia in older adults
Older adults whose cholesterol changes over time may be more likely to develop dementia than people whose cholesterol is stable, regardless of the actual cholesterol level, according to a study published in the January 29,
Delays in dreaming may be linked to Alzheimer's risk
Delays in dreaming might be an early warning sign of Alzheimer's disease. People who take significantly longer to enter the rapid eye movement phase of sleep could be experiencing an early symptom of Alzheimer's,
Study links delayed dream sleep to higher risk of dementia
Recent studies have shown that both the quality and the amount of sleep we get may influence our risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.
How your dreams can tell you if you’re at greater risk for dementia
Recent studies have shown that both the quality and the amount of sleep we get may influence our risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. Now, new research suggests a link between the dreaming
5 Unusual Things Neurologists Do Every Day To Lower Their Risk Of Dementia
A study published in January showed that an estimated half a million people may be diagnosed with dementia this year. By 2060, the number is predicted to reach 1 million cases annually. The aging ...
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The Surprising Dementia Symptom You May Be Able to Notice First Thing in the Morning
Researchers uncovered a potential sign of Alzheimer's and dementia that may be cyclical—and may make you feel groggy, even ...
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New study compares dementia care approaches and the impact on caregivers
New research comparing different approaches to dementia care for people with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias found no ...
Fluctuating Cholesterol Levels Linked to 60% Higher Dementia Risk
Could changes in cholesterol be a warning sign of dementia? A new study suggests that older adults whose cholesterol ...
Dr. Roach: With severe dementia, medications are of limited benefit
His geriatric doctor said "no" to prescribing medication to help slow down the disease. The doctor said his pulse rate is low ...
Red meat could raise dementia risk, researchers claim, yet some doctors have questions
Researchers have linked daily consumption of certain amounts of processed red meats to increased dementia risk, but some ...
Varying dementia care approaches found to not significantly affect patient behavioral symptoms or caregiver strain
New research comparing different approaches to dementia care for people with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias found no ...
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The battle with dementia: 'Music is the key' to finding purpose with dementia
This is the third installment in a series of stories exploring memory disorders in the Chippewa Valley. In today’s ...
Search on in Franklin County for missing man with dementia
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a man, diagnosed with dementia, missing ...
Integrating palliative and dementia care can cut emergency visits and hospitalizations in half
IN-PEACE, which provides palliative care integrated with state-of-the-art dementia care to patients with dementia and their ...
Alzheimer’s Alliance of Smith County adding more services due to increased need
One in three seniors will have some form of dementia over the course of their lifetime after they turn 65, and in Smith ...