Knowing the early signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s and dementia is vital if you are caring for an older person. Finding your keys in the refrigerator is often an indicator of fatigue or absent-mindedness, but it can also be a hint that you need to take measures to preserve your health. Half a million people […]

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Ever wonder how a fragrance can unlock a once-forgotten memory? In a study published in Frontiers in Neuroscience, UC Irvine scientists have discovered that exposing older adults to complex smells while they slept, improved their cognitive and neural functioning.  The ability of smell to transport you to a time and place of the past can […]

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If you frequently run a marathon or do heavy aerobic exercise, you may be pleasantly surprised. A study by a team from the Federal University of São Paulo in Brazil suggests that training not only improves balance and posture but could also slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease.1 Alzheimer’s disease Alzheimer’s disease is one of […]

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Dementia is a leading disability and the seventh cause of death in the elderly.1 In 2015, 47 million people were diagnosed, and this number is estimated to triple in the next 30 years.2 With the high prevalence of this disease and no effective treatments, special attention is paid to identifying and influencing the risk factors […]

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Animal therapy derives from the history of humans and animals sharing a unique bond. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, humans and animals mutually benefit from spending time with each other. This human-animal bond theory says that humans and animals experience emotional, psychological, and physical benefits to their well-being.1  What is animal therapy?  Animal […]

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The use of virtual reality (VR) is becoming more available and affordable. Virtual reality studies demonstrate its usefulness in promoting well-being. Various VR tools can be used in many contexts to improve an individual’s well-being. Virtual reality in the workplace Nature and green spaces are cost-effective approaches to promoting well-being. However, this access is less […]

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Recent evidence shows that lifestyle factors contribute more to dementia risk than aging. Risks, including smoking and diabetes, have been found to have a more significant effect on acquiring this disease than the aging process.1 Studies looked at participants from 18-89 years old and found that identifying and modifying behaviours earlier in life can prevent […]

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A new study published in Alzheimer’s & Dementia shows a possible association between diabetes, stroke, and heart disease with dementia.1 The study, conducted by researchers at Karolinska Institutet in Sweden, followed 2,577 seniors over a 12-year period. According to their results, those who had at least 2 cardiometabolic diseases were more likely to develop dementia.1 […]

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