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1 week ago

The silent killer increases your risk of stroke and dementia. Here's how to control it

Early detection and treatment of hypertension (systolic ≥130/80 mm Hg) with medications and lifestyle changes reduces risks of heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, and dementia.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Commentary: With recent advances, it's 'a very exciting time' for dementia researchers

There are no cures yet for dementia, an umbrella term for cognitive disorders, of which Alzheimer's is the most common. But thanks to advances in recent years, drugs can treat some symptoms of mild and even moderate impairment, and with the number of dementia cases in the U.S. expected to double by 2060 as the population ages and people live longer, there's hope for continued progress.
Medicine
Public health
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Homocysteine: An Overlooked Factor in Dementia Prevention

Elevated homocysteine levels impair brain chemistry and memory, while modifiable lifestyle factors and targeted testing can help protect cognitive health.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

These scientists found Alzheimer's in their genes. Here's what they did next

People with two copies of APOE4 face a roughly 60% Alzheimer’s risk by age 85, prompting some genetically at-risk scientists to pursue protective measures.
Medicine
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

Using the Mind to Outsmart Biology in Huntington's Disease

Epigenetic mechanisms and lifestyle choices can delay Huntington's disease onset and reduce severity despite an unchanged DNA sequence.
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