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Both mental and physical exercise are associated with slowing the symptoms of dementias such as Alzheimer's.
New combination physical+mental exercise programs around the USA are helping patients stay sharp.
Watch this CBS report on these innovative "Brain Gyms", costing as little as $19 per session.
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CBS News
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Published:
Week of October 23 - October 30, 2011
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