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·February 23, 2023·4 min read

Air Pollution Exposure Linked to Parkinson’s Risk: Study Identifies U.S. Hot Spot

Exposure to air pollution has previously been linked to an increased risk of Alzheimer's disease. Now, researchers provide preliminary data linking air pollution to an increased risk of Parkinson's disease. The new study, which considered geographical data and diagnosis rates for Parkinson's, revealed those who live in the Mississippi-Ohio River Valley are at particularly higher risk of being diagnosed with Parkinson's.

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·February 15, 2023·3 min read

Drug Linked to Lower Risk of Dementia in People With Diabetes

People with type 2 diabetes who took the drug pioglitazone were less likely to develop dementia later in life.

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·January 25, 2023·3 min read

Early Cardiovascular Disease Linked to Worse Brain Health in Middle Age

People who suffer from cardiovascular disease early in life are more likely to have cognitive and memory problems, and worse brain health during middle age.

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·November 22, 2022·3 min read

Antioxidant Flavonols Linked to Slower Memory Decline

Increasing consumption of food and drinks high in antioxidant flavonols helps slow memory and cognitive decline, a new study reports.

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·November 17, 2022·2 min read

Risk of Seizures Is Higher After COVID-19 Than After Influenza

People who contracted COVID-19 are significantly more likely to develop epilepsy or experience a seizure within 6 months of infection than those who contracted influenza.

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·October 20, 2022·3 min read

Weight Change in Early Parkinson’s May Be Tied to Changes in Thinking Skills

People who lost weight soon after being diagnosed with Parkinson's disease had a more rapid decline in thinking skills compared to those who maintained their normal weight. Those who gained weight had a slower decline in cognitive skills.

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·October 12, 2022·2 min read

No Link Between Mediterranean Diet and Decreased Risk of Dementia

Study finds no significant evidence to support the link between following either the Mediterranean diet or a conventional diet and a reduced risk of developing dementia.

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·September 18, 2022·4 min read

Seven Healthy Lifestyle Habits May Reduce Dementia Risk for People With Diabetes

Getting the recommended amount of sleep, daily exercise, eating a healthy diet, and resisting alcohol and tobacco are among the seven identified lifestyle alterations those with diabetes should take to decrease their risk of developing dementia.

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·September 15, 2022·3 min read

How Healthy Is Your Brain?

With calls to make September 15th National Brain Health Day, researchers aim to raise public awareness of brain health and support efforts to develop new and innovative treatments for neurological disorders.

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·September 12, 2022·2 min read

Can the Flu Shot Reduce Your Risk of Stroke?

Receiving an annual flu vaccine reduces the risk of stroke, a new study reports.

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·August 10, 2022·3 min read

Which Leisure Activities Are Linked to Lower Risk of Dementia?

Older adults who spend their free time embarking on intellectually stimulating activities, such as reading, writing, or making crafts, have a 23% lower risk of developing dementia. Additionally, those who exercise and spend time socializing with family or friends also have a significantly decreased risk of dementia.

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·July 27, 2022·4 min read

Eating More Ultra-Processed Foods Associated With Increased Risk of Dementia

Consuming a diet rich in ultra-processed foods like chips, cookies, deep-fried foods, and salty snacks were associated with a higher risk of developing dementia.