Study: Dementia crisis looms
By 2040 more than 13 million people will have dementia—about 1 in 3 people over age 85.
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- November 11, 2019
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Teen angst—a portent for dementia?
Analysis of '60s-era data suggests a teen's demeanor could influence brain health in later years.
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- October 29, 2019
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Are your knees talking to you?
New technology that listens to creaking joints could soon help doctors diagnose osteoarthritis.
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- October 28, 2019
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Time to look at your telltale gait?
How fast you walk might offer hints at how fast your body is aging.
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- October 21, 2019
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Fall’s here—get back on track
These 7 simple steps can help put your mind and body on the path to healthy aging.
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- October 6, 2019
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Patient Story
Stroke rate keeps falling
Researchers are trying to understand the precise mix of factors that contribute to improved health outcomes.
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- October 4, 2019
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Can exercise slow Alzheimer’s?
Aerobic activity may slow the effects amyloid plaque has on the brain—especially if you start at an early stage.
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- September 29, 2019
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Healthy for the long haul
As the retirement age continues to shift, Americans will need to maintain good health into their 70s and beyond.
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- September 23, 2019
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Study: Body health is brain health
Research continues to uphold a longstanding notion: If you take care of your body, it'll take care of your brain.
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- September 20, 2019
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Build healthy bones at any age
Preventive care and regular exercise are essential steps to ward off injury and maintain strength.
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- September 19, 2019
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The power of a hearty nap
Study: Indulging in the occasional siesta might reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke.
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- September 13, 2019
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Want to get fit? You’re never too old
The body can adapt to a new exercise regimen at just about any age.
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- September 6, 2019
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