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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

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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

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Senior 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

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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

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Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Nutrition

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