What People In Their 50s Need To Know About Dementia Risk The WHO suggests that dementia mainly affects older adults. However, not everyone develops it, and some continue to have healthy cognitive functions. Some of the common factors that increase a person’s risk include: Age (more common in those 65 or older) People with high…
While health experts are raising alarms about the growing incidence and early onset of dementia, it is essential to adopt healthy practices to keep the brain health in check.Dementia is a progressive neurological condition that affects memory, thinking, and reasoning abilities. It is not a single disease but a group of disorders, with Alzheimer’s disease…
Reading time: < 1 minute For the first time, University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa researchers have studied how work, volunteering and leisure activities affect brain health in older adults from diverse backgrounds, while also factoring in a genetic risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease. The study, led by the Thompson School of Social Work & Public…
As we age, dementia—a neurodegenerative condition affecting memory, thinking, and decision-making—becomes a growing concern. While there’s no cure, adopting certain lifestyle habits can significantly reduce the risk of developing dementia. Neha Sinha, a dementia specialist and CEO and co-founder of Epoch Elder Care, shares valuable insights on how to keep your brain healthy and lower…
Researchers who analysed brain scans from hundreds of people aged 70 have revealed how lifestyle changes could prevent premature brain ageing and boost resilience against conditions like dementia. MRI scans from 739 people suggested certain health conditions can accelerate biological ageing. Those with a history of diabetes, stroke, cerebral small vessel disease or inflammation typically…
A diet called the Mediterranean-DASH Diet Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay, or MIND diet, could be the key to reducing your risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, according to recent research. With dementia being the leading cause of death in the UK, many are eager to find ways to prevent it without resorting to medication –…