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Holiday Gatherings and Memory Loss

Nov 29, 2023 · Rosanne Leipzig, MD, PhD · Memory

For many of us, the festive season is a time when we and our families and friends come together to reminisce about the past and look forward to the future. But although the season can bring great joy, it may be bittersweet if you have a spouse or family member … Read More

Ask the Experts: Motorcycle Safety Dilemma; GERD Medication and Dementia Risk

Nov 29, 2023 · UHN Staff · Memory

My 68-year-old husband used to ride a motorcycle in his youth and has recently taken up the hobby again. He is enjoying himself, but he refuses to wear a helmet. What can I say to convince him to wear one? Your concern for your husband’s safety is well founded: Per … Read More

Early Alzheimer’s Diagnosis Could Help Slow Disease Progression

Oct 26, 2023 · Rochelle Nataloni · Memory

Just like every other body part, the brain tends to slow down as we age. This can cause temporary lapses in memory, which is why we sometimes forget where we left our keys or struggle to remember the name of a book or movie. There are instances, however, when forgetfulness … Read More

Research Adds to Evidence of Link Between Poor Oral Health and Dementia Risk

Oct 26, 2023 · Kate Brophy · Memory

Maintaining your oral health is well worth it as you age, and not just for the cosmetic benefits of having a nicer smile. Good oral health is vital for preventing the tooth loss that can interfere with your ability to consume a healthy diet, and research suggests that it also … Read More

Newsbriefs: Cognitive decline and driving; activity and quality of life; stroke care worse for women; risk of vision impairment

Oct 26, 2023 · Kate Brophy · Memory

Cognitive Decline and Driving Many older adults with cognitive impairment continue to drive despite concerns raised by caregivers, according to a recent study from the University of Michigan Medical School. The study (Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, June 29) included 635 adults, ages 65 and older, who had cognitive … Read More

Spotlight on Supplements: Cognitive Support

Oct 26, 2023 · Bridget Cassady · Memory

As we age, maintaining cognitive function is a priority. This is why nootropics (natural or synthetic substances that may enhance cognition) are increasingly popular for older adults. EN explores the safety and science of one dietary supplement, phosphatidylserine (PS), for use in adult brain health. Overview. PS is a compound … Read More

New Alzheimer’s Treatments

Oct 26, 2023 · UHN Staff · Memory

While the cure for Alzheimer’s disease (AD) remains elusive, new treatments that may slow disease progression have been making a big splash in the press lately, namely aducanumab (Aduhelm) and lecanemab (Leqembi). These monoclonal antibody drugs are also notable for having received Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approvals. However, it’s … Read More

News Briefs November 2023

Oct 26, 2023 · UHN Staff · Memory

Hearing Loss Reversed in Mice New research from King’s College London has successfully reversed hearing loss in mice. The research, published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, used a genetic approach to fix deafness in mice with a defective Spns2 gene, restoring their hearing abilities in low and … Read More

Is There an Optimal Diet for Better Brain Health or Will Any Balanced Eating Plan Work?

Oct 26, 2023 · UHN Staff · Memory

The role of a healthy diet in bolstering brain function and reducing the risk of dementia is undeniable. Nutritious foods, for example, boost levels of brainderived neurotrophic factor(BDNF), a protein that promotes new brain cell production and protects existing brain cells. Fruits, vegetables, and other healthy foods also contain antioxiants … Read More

News Briefs November 2023

Oct 26, 2023 · UHN Staff · Memory

Taking Statins After a Stroke Lowers Future Stroke Risks People who have had a hemorrhagic stroke and start taking cholesterol-lowering drugs called statins may have a lower risk of another stroke, especially an ischemic stroke, according to a study published recently in Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy … Read More

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