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    The MIND Diet for Better Brain Health

    November 19, 2019

    Learn what the MIND diet is and how following it could slow or prevent an age-related decline in brain function. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness, Nutrition

    Tagged with: age-related disorders, Alzheimer's disease, brain health, dementia, depression, diabetes, diseases, high blood pressure, hypertension, Mediterranean, MIND diet, stroke

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    The Difference Between Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia

    January 2, 2017

    The terms "memory loss," "dementia," and "Alzheimer's" are often used interchangeably. But in fact, all three mean something different. Learn More

    Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Neurosurgery and Brain Health

    Tagged with: Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, Alzheimer's vs. dementia, dementia, difference between dementia and Alzheimer's, memory loss

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    Alzheimer’s Disease Caregiver Support

    August 4, 2015

    Caring for an individual with Alzheimer's disease is difficult. Alzheimer's is a progressive disease and causes significant changes in a person's life. Learn More

    Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's disease, caregiver, caregiver support, dementia, depression, stress, support, support group

    Alzheimers disease caregiver support
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    Medical Mondays: Senior Care

    June 29, 2015

    Learn more about common health conditions in older adults including shingles, dementia, and Alzheimer's in this edition of Medical Mondays. Learn More

    Categorized as: Family Health

    Tagged with: aging, dementia, falls, geriatrics, hoarding, medical mondays, senior care, shingles

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    Recognize Common Health Concerns in Seniors Early

    June 28, 2015

    Falls, incontinence, arthritis, and vision problems are common health concerns for seniors. Recognize signs early to manage these conditions. Learn More

    Categorized as: Family Health

    Tagged with: arthritis, dementia, elderly, falls, glaucoma, incontinence, macular degeneration, medical mondays, osteoarthritis, seniors

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    Address Signs of Dementia Early for Best Care

    June 26, 2015

    Dementia is a condition that worsens over time and can be taxing for family and caregivers. Recognize the signs and seek help early to get the best help. Learn More

    Categorized as: Family Health

    Tagged with: Alzheimer's disease, dementia, early dementia, medical mondays, memory loss, mild cognitive impairment, stroke, Vascular dementia

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    November Is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month

    June 24, 2015

    What is Alzheimer's Disease? How does it affect the brain? Read this blog post to find answers to your questions about Alzheimer's and dementia. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Senior Services

    Categorized as: Family Health

    Tagged with: aging, Alzheimer's disease, brain, dementia, MRI

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    Benefits of Omega-3 for Brain Health

    May 10, 2015

    A mental illness is a condition that affects a person's thinking, feeling or mood. Learn about the five types of mental illness and how each is treated. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery

    Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health

    Tagged with: Alzheimer's disease, anorexia, anorexia nervosa, anxiety, Binge Eating Disorder, bipolar disorder, bulimia, bulimia nervosa, dementia, depression, eating disorder, mental illness, mood disorder, overeating, psychotic disorders, schizophrenia

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    4 Spices That Give Your Brain a Boost

    February 14, 2015

    What we eat affects our memory, cognition, mood, and focus. Learn how everyday spices can boost your brain power. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery

    Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Nutrition

    Tagged with: Alzheimer's disease, brain boost, brain health, curcumin, dementia, depression, spices, turmeric

    Learn how everyday spices can boost your brain power.
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