DIAGNOSIS: EMERGENCY ROOM DOCTORS commonly miss strokes, a leading cause of vascular dementia. This is especially true among women, minorities and younger patients. Learn how
EXCEPTIONAL VASCULAR DEMENTIA VIDEO ANIMATION: Vascular deterioration in brains affects nearly everyone by 70. Aging arteries can trigger Vascular Dementia, or Vascular Cognitive Impairment. See
VASCULAR DEMENTIA: SKIERS are 50% less likely to develop vascular dementia, half as likely to be depressed, and if Parkinson’s strike, it’s very delayed –
VIDEO + ARTICLE: In a 2018 study, treating blood pressure more aggressively lowered odds of developing mild cognitive impairment, a gateway to dementia. CBS News
VIDEO + ARTICLE: A recent study shows women are dangerously under-educated regarding female stroke risk. “Women do not think they are going to have a
VIDEO + TRANSCRIPT: Cocoa’s flavanol phytonutrients, without the sugar and fat, improves arterial function. That’s a great way to fight strokes and atherosclerosis, common triggers
SPECIAL ANIMATION + TRANSCRIPT: Vascular dementia can be triggered by plaque build-up in brain arteries. This is called atherosclerosis, nicknamed “hardening of the arteries”. See
SLEEP VIDEO & ARTICLE: Deep sleep refreshes. Too little deep sleep and sleep apnea can trigger brain changes linked to vascular dementia. Learn what happens.
Sunlight improves vascular health. That’s good for your heart. Discover the good things it does for your brain.
HEALTH VIDEO: For the first time since Alzheimer’s was discovered 100 years ago, researchers are providing practical information to help fight Alzheimer’s, instead of well-meaning,
A tornado has left 40 Alzheimer’s patients on the move. See how dementia is especially vulnerable to natural disasters and bad weather. Learn special steps you can take to help them be prepared.
Can NAD+ be helpful in preventing or containing Alzheimer’s? Dr. Rudy Tanzi discusses his views on the subject.
Teepa shows how to make the most from the ability to communicate with dementia. Watch now.
Eating a traditional Mediterranean-type diet – rich in foods such as seafood, fruit, and nuts – may help reduce the risk of dementia by nearly 25%, researchers say.
Teepa shows how to make the most from the ability to communicate with dementia. Watch now.
Some Alzheimer’s tests cost thousands of dollars, some cost pennies. The trick is using the right tests at the right time for the right person. An excellent scoring system from Mayo Clinic offers a powerful tool for making the best choices.
EXTRAORDINARY MUSIC VIDEO: Ted McDermott, The Song-A-Minute Man, was diagnosed with dementia. His son, Simon, wasn’t going to let that stop his Dad. He understood how music reaches our deepest selves and has journeyed with his Dad and their dashcam to make beautiful music together. Get your widest smile ready and watch them in action.
80% fewer skin-cancer patients get Alzheimer’s. Why? Is it the medicines they take, their genes, or are they more prone to sunshine, activity or healthier eating?
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