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Study Links Midlife Activity Levels to Future Dementia Risk

Physical and mental engagement in your 40s may protect the brain decades later

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Scientists Probe Depression's Role in Memory Decline

Study allows researchers to scan brains and measure effects of depression on brain connectivity

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Study Links Sleep Apnea and Signs of Alzheimer’s 

Do you stop breathing while you sleep? You may be at greater risk

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Does Your Doctor Ask to Test Your Memory?

Report finds fewer than half say cognitive assessment is standard for patients 65 and older

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Using Cognitive Rehabilitation to Aid Dementia Patients

2 recent studies show that goal-setting strategies can help some function better, longer

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Depression Linked to Higher Risk of Stroke

New study confirms importance of early mental health diagnosis and treatment

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