Walking a Few Thousand Steps Daily May Reduce Alzheimer’s Risk, New Study Suggests

A new study suggests that exercise can be particularly beneficial for older people at a higher risk for the disease.

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What the Air You Breathe May Be Doing to Your Brain

Studies increasingly find links between higher concentrations of certain pollutants and the prevalence of dementia.

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When Caregiving Makes Women Ill

Eastern Europeans have migrated in droves to take care of Italy’s aged and infirm. Then they started getting sick, with an ailment dubbed ‘Italy syndrome.’

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He Was Expected to Get Alzheimer’s 25 Years Ago. Why Hasn’t He?

Scientists are searching for the secret in Doug Whitney’s biology that has protected him from dementia, hoping it could lead to ways to treat or prevent Alzheimer’s for many other people.

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How Do ‘Super-Agers’ Stay Young? What 25 Years of Research Has Revealed.

After 25 years of research on this notable group, here’s what stands out.

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Could Dementia Patients Benefit from an A.I. Companion?

New products are being developed in an attempt to reduce loneliness and bolster cognition.

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A Healthy Lifestyle Can Help Your Brain, Large Study Finds

The study found that a combination of exercise, healthy diet and other behaviors led to cognitive benefits. How much intense guidance is required was unclear, experts said.

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My Memory Loss Is Affecting My Relationship

Ask the Therapist columnist Lori Gottlieb advises a reader who wants his spouse to be more compassionate about his worsening recall.

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What to Do When a Loved One is Diagnosed With Dementia

Families and experts share their best advice for navigating and coping.

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An Expensive Alzheimer’s Lifestyle Plan Offers False Hope, Experts Say

Thousands of people have paid for Dale Bredesen’s unconventional program to reverse Alzheimer’s symptoms. The medical establishment says there’s little to no proof it works.

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