39 stories tagged #dementia

  1. Alone in the Fight: The Hidden Realities of Singapore's Sole Caregivers
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    Alone in the Fight: The Hidden Realities of Singapore's Sole Caregivers

    Four Singaporeans face the immense challenges of being sole caregivers, balancing love, trauma, and fear in their daily lives.

    last mo. 2 min read
  2. New Study: Anemia Triples Dementia Risk, Linked to Alzheimer's Biomarkers
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    New Study: Anemia Triples Dementia Risk, Linked to Alzheimer's Biomarkers

    Late-life anemia significantly raises dementia risk, correlating with key Alzheimer's disease biomarkers, suggesting a potential link to neurodegenerative processes.

    last mo. 1 min read
  3. Loneliness Linked to Memory Decline in Older Adults, Study Reveals
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    Loneliness Linked to Memory Decline in Older Adults, Study Reveals

    New research indicates age and chronic illness significantly impact memory. Physical activity offers a cognitive buffer, while loneliness's role is further explored.

    last mo. 1 min read
  4. Frequent Falls Signal Years of Future Dementia Risk
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    Frequent Falls Signal Years of Future Dementia Risk

    New research suggests recurrent falls in adults aged 40+ could serve as an early warning marker for future dementia diagnosis.

    last mo. 1 min read
  5. Loneliness Linked to Memory Issues, Not Dementia, New Study Reveals
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    Loneliness Linked to Memory Issues, Not Dementia, New Study Reveals

    New research indicates loneliness impacts memory difficulties but does not directly cause dementia, highlighting a crucial distinction for cognitive health.

    last mo. 1 min read
  6. Meat Consumption and Dementia Risk: A Gene-Specific Link Emerges
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    Meat Consumption and Dementia Risk: A Gene-Specific Link Emerges

    New research suggests a complex relationship between meat intake and dementia risk, particularly for individuals with the APOE4 gene variant. The study highlights potential dietary nuances for cognitive health.

    last mo. 1 min read
  7. Optimism Linked to Lower Dementia Risk in Major Long-Term Study
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    Optimism Linked to Lower Dementia Risk in Major Long-Term Study

    A 14-year study of over 9,000 adults finds higher optimism is associated with a 15% reduced risk of developing dementia, suggesting psychological factors play a role in brain health.

    last mo. 2 min read
  8. Plant-Rich Diet Linked to Lower Dementia Risk, Study Reveals
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    Plant-Rich Diet Linked to Lower Dementia Risk, Study Reveals

    New research indicates that a diet focused on whole, plant-based foods may significantly reduce the risk of Alzheimer's and other dementias, even when adopted later in life.

    last mo. 1 min read