Vegetarian Stroke Risk
October 12, 2023
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Strokes are a leading cause of Vascular Dementia. Just how much does eating a more plant-based diet lower the risk of having a stroke?
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Ferroptosis Builds Up Brain Iron, Triggering Alzheimer’s
September 15, 2023
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Scientists at Oregon’s only public academic health center (OHSU) have discovered a new avenue of cell death in Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia.
Beet Juice Increases Blood Flow to the Brain
June 12, 2023
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DRINKING beet juice can increase blood flow to the brain in older adults. The way beet juice does this holds great potential for combating dementia.
Vascular Dementia: What’s Anger Got to Do with It?
May 11, 2023
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Outbursts of anger may trigger strokes and other cardiovascular problems that are foundations of vascular dementia. The differences are not subtle, as angry people may be tripling their chances of a stroke leading to vascular dementia. Get the relevant details.
Antipsychotics Up Risk of Stroke in People with Dementia
April 7, 2023
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Dementia symptoms such as agitation, psychosis, anxiety, insomnia & depression are often treated with antipsychotic medication. Learn why these medications increase the risk of stroke.
Warning: Stroke Signs Often Misdiagnosed as Harmless Headache or Dizziness
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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
Less Dementia Risk with Intensive Blood Pressure Treatments
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VIDEO + ARTICLE: In a 2018 study, treating blood pressure more aggressively lowered odds of developing mild cognitive impairment, a gateway to dementia. CBS News
Vascular Dementia Caused by Plaque on Arteries
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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
Deep Sleep, Sleep Apnea & Vascular Dementia
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Sunlight Lightens Vascular Dementia
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Sunlight improves vascular health. That’s good for your heart. Discover the good things it does for your brain.
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