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·March 15, 2017·6 min read

The Way The Brain Processes Speech Could Serve as a Predictor of Early Dementia

Noticeable communication problems may be an early sign of mild cognitive impairment, a new study reports.

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·February 24, 2017·5 min read

Using Virtual Reality to Detect Mild Cognitive Impairment

Researchers report mild cognitive impairment can be remotely detected with the help of a self administered brain training game.

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·January 31, 2017·4 min read

Glucose Deprivation in the Brain Sets Stage for Alzheimer’s

Researchers discover a decline in glucose levels in the brain that occurs during the early stages of MCI.

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·January 31, 2017·5 min read

Mental Activities May Protect Against Mild Cognitive Impairment

A new study reports engaging in activities that are mentally stimulating can help to stave off the onset of mild cognitive impairment.

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·December 20, 2016·5 min read

Study Confirms Sniff Test May Be Useful in Diagnosing Early Alzheimer’s

Researchers report the sniff test may be used to diagnose mild cognitive impairment.

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·December 12, 2016·4 min read

High School Football Players, 1956-1970, Did Not Have Increase of Neurodegenerative Diseases

Compared to players of other varsity sports, researchers did not identify an increased risk of developing neurodegenerative diseases in people who played high school football between 1956 and 1970.

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·December 8, 2016·5 min read

Imaging Links Structural Brain Changes and Cognitive Decline in Parkinson’s

According to a new study, disruptions in brain networks can be seen with neuroimaging technology in people with MCI and Parkinson's disease.

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·November 30, 2016·2 min read

Aerobic Exercise Preserves Brain Volume and Improves Cognitive Function

According to researchers, adults with mild cognitive impairment who embarked in aerobic exercise for times a week for six months had increased volume in specific brain areas.

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·November 23, 2016·1 min read

Depression Prevalence in Patients With Mild Cognitive Impairment

A new study looks at the prevalence of depression in those with MCI.

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·November 14, 2016·6 min read

Brain Training Can Help in Fight Against Dementia: Meta Analysis

According to researchers, brain training apps can help improve mood and memory in people with mild cognitive impairment, but the training loses its effectiveness once dementia has been diagnosed.