Another reason to stay together: a reduced dementia risk
By
John O'Connor
Sep 10, 2019
Forget the trope about bickering old couples constantly at war. It turns out that staying married may actually help stave off the effects of depression.
A very troubling $56 billion question
By
John O'Connor
Jul 08, 2021
Considering some of the alternatives, I’m far from convinced that bankrupting Medicare for the sake of Aduhelm would be money well spent.
Drug combo may rase dementia risk
By
John O'Connor
Feb 01, 2015
People with atrial fibrillation may face a higher risk for dementia if they are subjected to a drug combination for a prolonged period, researchers have found.
For those with dementia, music may improve mood
By
John O'Connor
Nov 26, 2018
It has been said that music can soothe the savage beast. Apparently, it can do some good things for those with dementia as well.
Bad air is bad for brains, study concludes
By
John O'Connor
Sep 18, 2018
Breathing polluted air may lead to dementia later in life, according to a new study by the National Bureau of Economic Research.
Olive oil may help protect against dementia, study finds
By
John O'Connor
Nov 27, 2019
An apple a day might keep the doctor away. But a diet rich in olive oil could prevent cognitive impairment.
A high-fiber diet may reduce dementia risks later in life
By
John O'Connor
Apr 01, 2022
The mechanisms still remain unknown but could involve interactions taking place between the gut and brain.
Do you really want to know you have Alzheimer’s?
By
John O'Connor
May 05, 2022
Would you want to know if Alzheimer’s disease is starting to feast on your brain? It turns out the answer soon might be in your hands.
You’ll never find a better investment opportunity than this
By
John O'Connor
Jun 15, 2017
An event happening next week is worthy of your most valuable asset — your time.
The latest findings on drinking and dementia are causing quite a buzz
By
John O'Connor
Mar 08, 2018
Here’s the problem I have with so many new studies: It seems that every one of them is soon offset by a different investigation that serves up a very different message.