Does Blackjack Keep My Brain Sharp?
March 23, 2021
The type of games that you probably loved as a child offer a great way to keep your brain sharp in old age.
How to Prepare for Health Care Costs in Retirement
March 17, 2021
There is a simple and unsettling reality in the United States. Many Americans don’t feel financially prepared for health care costs in retirement.
What Do I Need to Know as a Caregiver for the Elderly?
January 11, 2021
Many people transitioning into an elderly life start to require assistance in their everyday lives, especially if they suffer from a chronic or end-of-life medical condition. They need help for tasks, including bathing and eating.
Is there a Blood Test for Alzheimer’s?
December 24, 2020
A company has started selling the first blood test to help diagnose Alzheimer’s disease, a leap for the field that could make it much easier for people to learn whether they have dementia. It also raises concern about the accuracy and impact of such life-altering news.
Could a Polar Bear Plunge Help with Dementia?
November 11, 2020
Cold water swimming may protect the brain from degenerative diseases like dementia, researchers from Cambridge University have discovered.
Can Bad Thoughts Bring on Dementia?
July 20, 2020
A new study has identified a possible link between negative repetitive thinking and the key signs of dementia.
Can Exercise Help with Dementia?
July 8, 2020
The results of a year-long trial led by researchers at UT Southwestern have homed in on how aerobic exercise can improve memory in older subjects with mild cognitive impairment. The findings suggest it is never too late to start exercising, since aerobic activity improves blood flow to regions of the brain associated with memory.