Evidence of lifestyle choices to the risks of developing dementia keeps mounting. »more»

In his new book "Spark," author John J. Ratey, M.D., explains emerging research indicating the positive effect that exercise has on brain health from depression to ADD to addiction to aggression to menopause to Alzheimer's. »more»

Everyone knows that the earlier you detect a disease the better. Early detection of Alzheimer's disease allows a patient to better plan for their future and to take medication to delay symptoms from worsening. Therefore it would follow that older people should have regular screenings for the disease. »more»

Difficulty Identifying Odors May Predict Cognitive Decline »more»

Finally some good news regarding possible prevention techniques for reducing the chances of developing Alzheimer's disease. »more»

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New findings show unexplained weight loss that precedes dementia by more than 10 years is associated with the severity of Alzheimer changes in the brain. This might make it one of the first indicators of the disease. »more»

The toll that chronic stress can take on the body is well-known (see our post " Something Else to Fret About; Worrying can kill you")"and researchers at the Rush University Medical Center in Chicago have found another one--making you more vulnerable to age-related mental decline. »more»

Very exciting news released by my alma mater today:

A drug used to treat cancer has been shown to enhance long-term memory and strengthen neural connections in the brain, according to a new study by UC Irvine scientists. »more»

"It is estimated that someone in America develops Alzheimer’s every 72 seconds; by mid-century someone will develop Alzheimer’s every 33 seconds."

A new report shows that more than 5 million Americans are now suffering from Alzheimer's disease. This is a 10 percent from five years ago and supports the long-forecast dementia epidemic as the baby boomer generation hits the high-risk years. »more»