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Is blood pressure variability associated with an increased risk of dementia?

Several studies suggest that blood pressure variability may be associated with an increased risk of dementia.

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Lack of sleep may be associated with an increased risk of dementia

Lack of sleep may be associated with an increased risk of dementia

A recent study found that too little sleep may be associated with a 20-30% increased risk of dementia later in life.

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Does cognitive and social activity reduce the risk of dementia?

Does cognitive and social activity reduce the risk of dementia?

Cognitive and social activity are associated with a reduced risk of dementia. However, a new study suggests an alternative interpretation for this association.

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Sleep apnea and the risk of Alzheimer’s disease

Sleep apnea and the risk of Alzheimer’s disease

If you have sleep problems, snore, or are tired during the day, consider going to a specialist in sleep disorders to see if you have sleep apnea and how it may be treated.

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Sugar-sweetened drinks may increase the risk for Alzheimer’s disease

Sugar-sweetened drinks may increase the risk for Alzheimer’s disease

A recent study suggests that consumption of sugar-sweetened drinks may increase the risk for Alzheimer’s disease. Remember the Seven Steps for Brain Health. What you eat and drink may affect your risk for Alzheimer’s disease later in life.

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Seven to Eight Hours: The Goldilocks of Sleep

Seven to Eight Hours: The Goldilocks of Sleep

Too little or too much sleep may impact many aspects of health, including brain health. Try to get seven to eight hours of sleep each night.

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African Americans and Alzheimer’s disease

African Americans and Alzheimer’s disease

African Americans may have a greater risk of Alzheimer’s disease due to factors such as higher prevalence of cardiovascular risk factors.

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Loneliness in the Time of Covid-19

Loneliness in the Time of Covid-19

Although loneliness and social isolation are associated with negative health outcomes, what we are going through now is something different, and we can still stay connected with family and friends.

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Meditation – its effect on cognition and general well-being

Meditation – its effect on cognition and general well-being

Although the data is inconclusive whether meditation reduces the risk for Alzheimer’s disease, it may be beneficial for many conditions that increase the risk of Alzheimer’s.

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Exercise – it’s not just good for the heart

Exercise – it’s not just good for the heart

A new study suggests that physical activity may reduce cognitive decline, independent of its effects on cardiovascular health.

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Can Herpesvirus Increase Your Risk for Alzheimer’s Disease?

Can Herpesvirus Increase Your Risk for Alzheimer’s Disease?

Growing evidence suggests there may be a connection between herpesvirus infection and Alzheimer’s disease. However, more work is needed to understand the connection between the two.

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