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·November 30, 2015·4 min read

Newly Evolved Human Gene Variants Protect Older Adults From Dementia

According to researchers, humans have evolved unique gene variants that help protect aging adults from neurodegenerative diseases.

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·November 19, 2015·4 min read

Exercise May Help Reverse Neurodegeneration in Early Stage Alzheimer’s

A new study reports older adults who improved their fitness through moderate intensity exercise increased cortical thickness.

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·November 14, 2015·5 min read

Common Myths and Truths About Alzheimer’s Disease

Alzheimer's specialist compiles eight myths and truths about the disease to help shed light and raise general awareness.

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·November 13, 2015·3 min read

Depressive Symptoms Increase With Age

A new study suggests people get more depressed from the age of 65 onward.

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·November 12, 2015·5 min read

Experimental Alzheimer’s Drug Slows Clock on Key Aspects of Aging

Researchers discover an experimental Alzheimer's disease drug appears to slow key features of the aging process, including memory loss and improved a number of physiological features.

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·November 11, 2015·3 min read

Men with Lower Testosterone Have More Emotionally Supportive Relationships

Researchers look outside the nuclear family and report men with lower testosterone have more emotionally supportive relationships with friends, neighbors and even co-workers.

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·November 9, 2015·4 min read

Parkinson’s Drug Could Help Save Sight

A new study reports L-DOPA may be able to delay or prevent macular degeneration associated with aging.

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·November 5, 2015·4 min read

Brain Connection Strength Varies With Fitness Levels in Older Adults

A new study reports a link between physical fitness and the strength of brain connections in older people.

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·November 3, 2015·5 min read

Memory and Performance of Everyday Tasks Improved by Brain Training for Older People

According to a new study, brain training games that challenge reasoning and memory skills can have significant benefits for older people.

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·November 3, 2015·3 min read

New Genetic Risk Biomarker for Later Life Depression Found

A gene implicated in Alzheimer's disease may also predict depression later in life, a new study reports.

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·October 28, 2015·5 min read

Elderly Adults Could Stay Independent Longer Playing ‘Virtual Week’ Brain Game

A new virtual brain game appears to strengthen memory and could help older people to retain their independence for longer.

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·October 26, 2015·5 min read

Secret to Younger Brain May Lie in Exercising The Body

According to a new study, researchers have found a direct relationship between brain function, brain activity and physical fitness in a group of older Japanese men.