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December 26, 2023

Pets can help slow dementia progress among those over age 50 who live alone, study says

New research just published has determined that those who lived alone and took in a pet of some sort showed slower rates of declining verbal memory and fluency.

December 15, 2023

Artist helps seniors capture precious memories in works of art: 'They bring their life experiences'

Erin Finley, an award-winning artist in Canada, is the creator of Memory Drawing, a program that helps older adults tap into their memories and express them in vibrant color.

December 12, 2023

Can you reduce Alzheimer’s risk by seeing a health coach? Cognitive study suggests it’s possible

A recent study led by the University of California, San Francisco, suggested that personalized health coaching resulted in better cognitive scores, improved quality of life and reduced dementia risk.

December 8, 2023

Blood test offers hope for early detection of Alzheimer's

FOX News medical contributor Dr. Marc Siegel explains a new blood test that could lead to early detection of Alzheimer's disease.

December 6, 2023

Fasting could reduce signs of Alzheimer's disease, studies suggest: 'Profound effects'

Participating in intermittent (time-restricted) fasting could lead to a reduced risk of cognitive deterioration, recent studies suggest. The researchers shared findings with Fox News Digital.

December 5, 2023

Alzheimer’s blood test could hit the market in early 2024, researchers say

A simple blood test could detect Alzheimer’s disease with 100% accuracy, according to research from Resonant, a Utah biotech company that develops diagnostic tests for neurodegenerative diseases.

November 22, 2023

Seniors with dementia are treated to 'baby shower' with dolls to help relieve stress: 'Sense of purpose'

A senior care living facility in Scotland brought in 60 baby dolls for its Alzheimer's and dementia patients with the aim of lowering the residents' stress. See the sweet pictures.

November 21, 2023

Hidden belly fat could signal Alzheimer’s disease risk 15 years before symptoms show up, study finds

Fat buried deep within the belly can increase the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, according to research released from the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) on Monday.

November 20, 2023

Several Alzheimer's vaccines enter clinical trials amid breakthrough treatments' success

At least seven Alzheimer's vaccines are currently undergoing clinical trials as breakthrough treatments generate a renewed interest in curing the disease.

November 15, 2023

Eating one popular fruit could help reduce your chances of developing dementia, study finds

A recent study published in the journal Nutrients suggests that eating strawberries could help reduce the chances of developing dementia. A registered dietitian shared input.