Carolyn Hax: Mom’s dementia diagnosis comes with ‘excruciating’ decisions
Dear Carolyn: My mom has mild to moderate dementia, and I’m losing my mind. It’s excruciating. The incredibly smart, ...
Starting physical activity after dementia diagnosis may reduce death risk by 20%
People who maintain or start physical activity of any intensity after receiving a dementia diagnosis may be at a decreased ...
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For Older Adults, Dementia Risk and Falling Could Be Linked—Experts Explain Why
Older adults who have experienced a fall are at an increased risk of being diagnosed with dementia, new research found. But ...
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Bruce Willis' Last Role Before His Dementia Diagnosis Is So Tragic Now
Bruce Willis may have stepped away from acting after his heartbreaking diagnosis, but signs that something was wrong were ...
Move more, forget less: 6 big benefits of physical activity for dementia prevention and support
Regular physical activity is a must for physical and mental well-being. Also, encouraging physical activity in people with ...
Exercise at Any Intensity Linked to 30% Lower Risk of Death in Dementia Patients
New research suggests that regular physical activity after a dementia diagnosis may reduce death risk by up to 30%, regardless of intensity. Engaging in physical activity, even at minimal levels, can ...
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Sleep apnea contributes to dementia in older adults, especially women
Sleep apnea, a common yet underdiagnosed sleep disorder, contributes to the development of dementia among adults -- particularly women, a new study suggests. At every age level, women with known or ...
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New criteria to avoid the over-diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease
Diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease (AD) is currently largely based on the presence of biomarkers. This may lead to a ...
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Emma Heming Reveals Why She Initially Overlooked Husband Bruce Willis’s Dementia Symptoms
Bruce Willis’s wife Emma Heming has shared new details of the early days of the Die Hard star’s dementia diagnosis Heming ...
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Sleep Apnea Increases Risk for Dementia in Older Adults Over Time
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) contributes to dementia risk in older adults, particularly women, according to a study.
Want to cut your dementia risk? Keep your blood pressure in check.
Staying active, eating healthier and considering medication can help manage hypertension and reduce dementia risk ...
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Exercise Tied to Lower Mortality With Dementia
Maintaining or initiating regular physical activity (PA) after a dementia diagnosis is associated with a reduced risk f ...