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Most forms of dementia are not reversible. That’s not the case with normal pressure hydrocephalus. Now, a simple test can help correctly diagnose it…
Even after years of investigation, the cause of Alzheimer’s remains elusive. A recent study gives important new clues…
There are plenty of known risk factors for dementia. Researchers have now identified a new one that looks at body weight and muscle mass. Read on…
When we lose track of our thoughts it can be unnerving. But does it mean that we’re destined to develop dementia? Here’s the answer…
Curcumin, the active ingredient in the spice turmeric, improves memory and may protect against Alzheimer's disease—if you choose the right formulation.
Much more than just a fun game, Ping-Pong is the new “brain sport.” Here’s how it can boost memory, attention and even your mood!
Despite the increased public awareness about Alzheimer’s, many misconceptions persist. Take this quiz to see if you can separate fact from fiction…
When one spouse has Alzheimer's or any other type of dementia, keeping emotional bonds strong is a challenge. Plus...should you still have sex?
Exercise has long been considered a smart way to keep you brain healthy. Which exercise is best? It’s dancing—and here’s why…
If you’re short on Zzzs, don’t just shrug it off. Poor sleep is now being associated with dementia risk. Here’s what the research tells us…
Mind not as quick as it used to be? Don’t panic. Here are a variety of strategies to keep your brain and memory in top form as you age…
This serious form of mental confusion is rampant in our hospitals. If you are admitted to a hospital, you’re at…
An experimental brain implant can give a memory boost for those tip-of-the-tongue moments. Here’s how it works—and what it might mean for the future…
