dementia

This common medication may lead to dementia - study

Proton-pump inhibitors are prescribed to reduce stomach acid by targeting the enzymes in the stomach lining that produce that acid.

Does eating eggs help reduce dementia?

The chemical lecithin, found in egg yolks, may reduce dementia.

By MAYA ROSEMAN/103FM VIA MAARIV ONLINE
31/07/2023

McConnell, Biden lapses highlight advanced age of US leaders

Many members of the US Congress are older than President Biden. Are they still suitable?

By REUTERS
28/07/2023
  Olive oil

A way to reduce risk of dementia? Study suggests swapping margarine for olive oil

The researchers discovered that those consuming more than half a tablespoon of olive oil daily had a 28% reduced risk of dementia-related mortality.

Sleep is as essential for brain health as exercise

The cognitive benefit exercise was unable to mitigate the faster cognitive decline that was associated with poor sleep.

Menopause hormone pills associated with dementia - study

HRT was widely prescribed before 2003, when a large randomized trial found the estrogen/progestin combination was linked with a two-fold increase in dementia risk among women older than 65.

By REUTERS
29/06/2023

Is your dog developing dementia? - study

New research found that measuring gait speed among geriatric dogs could serve as an easy and reliable way to monitor their health and document resulting declines in neurological ability as they age. 

Learning language (illustrative)

Bilingualism can have surprising neurological benefits

It turns out that knowing a second language is not only good for when you travel overseas or for expanding your range of jobs.

By WALLA!
11/06/2023

Ashkenazi Jews are more likely to suffer from Alzheimer's, study finds

Specific research into Ashkenazi genetics relation to Alzheimer's diseases was done for the first time.

Former US first lady Rosalynn Carter has dementia, Carter family says

The Carters occupied the White House during a Democratic administration from 1977 to 1981. They have been married since 1946 and have four children.

By REUTERS
30/05/2023
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