Alzheimer's And Dementia - HealthDigest

Robin Zabiegalski

Brain Expert Dr. Marc Milstein On Habits That Keep Your Brain Healthy And Happy - Exclusive Interview

Author and brain expert Dr. Marc Milstein explained the physical factors that impact the brain and shared the habits you can adopt to improve brain health.

Beth Bradford

What Is Sundowning And Is It A Sign Of Dementia?

Sundowning is a symptom of dementia, and 20% of those with Alzheimer's disease will experience it. Other behaviors of sundowning include insomnia and outbursts.

Robin Rothstein

How Dementia Presents Differently In Men Versus Women

Dementia is a difficult condition that usually presents with age. But is there a difference in how it presents in men and women?

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healthyNick

Can Too Much Sleep Actually Be Bad For Your Brain Health?

New research reveals how too much sleep can actually be bad for us, particularly when it comes to our cognitive health.

Jeremy Brown

Is There A Connection Between Hygiene And Alzheimer's?

Despite the prevalence of Alzheimer's, particularly in elderly patients, scientists don't yet completely know what causes the disease to develop.

Anne Taylor

The Difference Between Normal Aging And Alzheimer's

There is a big difference between normal aging and Alzheimer's.

Lisabeth Fauble

Why Lewy Body Dementia Is Hard To Diagnose

Lewy body dementia is hard to diagnose, and until recently, Lewy body was commonly misdiagnosed as Alzheimer's or Parkinson's disease, but why?

Lisabeth Fauble

Unexpected Health Benefits Of Cilantro

Whether or not you love or hate cilantro, research has shown that this herb may help certain health conditions. Here are some unexpected benefits of cilantro.

healthyNick

The State With The Most Deaths From Alzheimer's Disease In 2021 May Surprise You

Alzheimer's is within the top 10 causes of mortality in the United States. And its prevalence is far greater in this U.S. state.

Catherine Caruso

Research Suggests Stretching Can Play A Role In Slowing Cognitive Decline

Regular stretching may help slow cognitive decline, according to a recent study presented at the 2022 Alzheimer's Association International Conference.

Beth Bradford

The Unexpected Link Between Hypothyroidism And Dementia

In a recent study, researchers found a significant connection between hypothyroidism and dementia. After controlling certain factors they shared their results.

Lisabeth Fauble

How Air Pollution Can Lead To Neurological Issues

We've long known that polluted air increases the risk of lung diseases. More recent research also highlights a link between pollution and neurological issues.

Robin Rothstein

What Robin Williams' Widow Wishes Everyone Knew About Lewy Body Dementia

Following his autopsy, it was discovered that Robin Williams had a condition called Lewy body dementia. Here is what to know about this condition.

Amanda Vining

Could A New Gene Discovery Explain Why More Women Are Diagnosed With Alzheimer's Than Men?

Researchers may have made great headway in understanding more about Alzheimer's risk factors for women. Here's what to know about a newly discovered gene.

Ciara Lucas

Study Finds COVID-19 May Increase Your Risk Of These Three Neurological Conditions

Health experts have been trying to determine the effects of COVID-19 on the nervous system and brain. Now new research reveals a connection to these conditions.

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Anne Taylor

What People With Alzheimer's Wish Everyone Knew About Living With The Disease

Read this if you know someone with Alzheimer's.

Niko Vercelletto

Could Arthritis Drugs Reduce The Risk Of Alzheimer's?

Alzheimer's is a chronic disease that causes dementia, a general condition that affects memory loss and the ability to do daily tasks.

Ally Arcuri

Why We Need To Change Our View Of Alzheimer's And Elder Care, According To Actress Karen Grassle - Exclusive

Actress Karen Grassle, best known as Ma on the beloved "Little House on the Prairie" television show, took on a much different role in her latest film.

Ruth Clark

Newly Discovered Genes Could Be A Game Changer In Understanding Alzheimer's Disease

Newly discovered genes could be a game-changer in understanding Alzheimer's disease. Here's what you need to know about the latest research.

Kimberly Smith

How A Basic Memory Test Could Be A Game Changer For Alzheimer's Detection

Early detection of Alzheimer's is a critical aspect of slowing cognitive decline. Researchers have found a simple memory test can predict the disease faster.

Jocelyn Solis-Moreira

Things You Can Do To Decrease Your Risk Of Alzheimer's Disease

Worried about your mind and memory? There are some concrete things you can do to reduce your Alzheimer's risk -- read on to get the scoop.

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A. Sooter

This New Tool May Predict Your Risk Of Dementia

A new tool on the Project Big Life website can help assess risk of dementia by looking at demographic information, health concerns, and lifestyle factors.