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Three common cognitive problems all older people should know

Three common cognitive problems all older people should know

In a new study, researchers found that cognitive decline is unavoidable. All people will have cognitive decline eventually, but the extent can be quite different. The...
Feeling dizzy when standing up may signal high dementia and stroke risks

Feeling dizzy when standing up may signal high dementia and stroke risks

In a recent study, researchers found feeling faint, dizzy or lightheaded when standing up may mean a higher risk of dementia. This is because the...
Older Americans need better ways to prevent dementia

Older Americans need better ways to prevent dementia

In a new national poll, researchers found that many older Americans worry about declining brain health, especially if their loved ones have memory loss...
Chronic sleep loss may lead to memory problems

Chronic sleep loss may lead to memory problems

In a new study, researchers found chronic sleep loss due to insomnia is strongly linked to memory problems and cognitive issues. The harmful effect strongly...
Six months of aerobic exercise may reverse aging in thinking skills

Six months of aerobic exercise may reverse aging in thinking skills

In a new study, researchers found that doing aerobic exercise for just six months could greatly improve thinking skills in older people cognitive impairments. The...
These two things may help boost memory in older people

These two things may help boost memory in older people

In a new study, researchers found that good sleep quality and a good mood may help improve working memory in older people. The research was...

VR may help people with dementia live better

In a new study, researchers found that virtual reality (VR) technology could improve the quality of life for people with dementia. The technology could help...
Exercise could boost memory in people with heart failure

Exercise could boost memory in people with heart failure

In a new study, researchers found that exercise could help improve memory in people with heart failure. The finding could help develop a new method...
These strange things may mean a high risk of Parkinson’s disease

These strange things may mean a high risk of Parkinson’s disease

Parkinson's disease is a neurological condition that affects the control of body movements. Patients often experience trembling in their hands, arms, legs, jaw, and face....
Scientists discover a new type of dementia

Scientists discover a new type of dementia

In a new study, researchers have discovered a new type of dementia. The new disease is called Limbic-predominant Age-related TDP-43 Encephalopathy, or LATE. The brain disorder...