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Article written by Emily Spencer, Edinburgh Napier University. Imagine a future where the smell of menthol could alleviate some of the worst symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease. This might sound like science fiction, but innovative new research is making it a potential reality. Scientists have discovered that when mice with...

Alzheimer’s patients could protect memory simply by inhaling menthol, mouse study shows

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Scientists have revealed the results of a study looking at whether a person inherits risk of Alzheimer’s from their mother or father.The health history of your parents influence the danger of changes in the brain that lead to disease, according to the new study.It found that a family history of Alzheimer’s disease on the mother’s side might increase the chances of someone developing the condition.After evaluating 4,400 adults aged 65 to 85 who had memory loss and trouble solving problems, the researchers found those with a history of Alzheimer’s on either their mother’s side, or both parents’ sides, had increased...

Scientists reveal study on if you inherit Alzheimer’s from mother’s or father’s side

CNN chief medical correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta outlines the ways you can support your brain health. 

Dr. Gupta breaks down differences between age-related memory loss and dementia

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What’s the difference? is a new editorial product that explains the similarities and differences between commonly confused health and medical terms, and why they matter. Changes in thinking and memory as we age can occur for a variety of reasons. These changes are not always cause for concern. But when they begin to disrupt daily life, it could indicate the first signs of dementia.

What’s the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia?

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In her new book “Reversing Alzheimer's: The New Tool Kit to Improve Cognition and Protect Brain Health," Dr. Heather Sandison offers exercise tips to alleviate Alzheimer's symptoms.

‘Reversing’ Alzheimer’s: Here are exercises to make the brain more resilient

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Adopt these habits and your brain will thank you.

Dementia Experts Reveal 7 Rules You Should Follow To Keep Your Mind Sharp

Memory loss and confusion get all the attention as common dementia symptoms. But missing its more subtle signs can delay help. With 6.7 million seniors affected, dementia is widespread yet often undiagnosed. What red flags should we watch for in ourselves and loved ones? When should we seek screening? Here’s what to know:

The Biggest Early Warning Sign of Dementia That Most People Miss

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Statins rank as some of the most frequently prescribed medications in the United States—the Cleveland Clinic says 92 million U.S. adults take statins to lower their risk of cardiovascular complications, especially those with high cholesterol, diabetes, or existing heart conditions. Statins prevent cardiovascular diseases, including heart attacks and strokes, by inhibiting a key enzyme the liver uses to produce cholesterol.

Do Statins Cause Dementia? Cardiology and Brain Experts Respond

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Plus, a Cleveland Clinic neuropsychologist shares ways to dive into improved brain health.

Research Says You Can Lower Your Dementia Risk 33% By Doing This One Thing

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Do you know anyone who has dual nature? Such two-faced zodiac signs are friendly but they gossip about others behind their backs. They can lie to you without batting an eyelid. However, detecting a two-faced person isn’t easy for everyone. They often compliment their friends when they achieve a goal or change their wardrobe. But they will make negative remarks about you to someone else. What other traits do two-faced people have?

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Two-Faced

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Two West Virginia parents are awaiting trial on more than a dozen charges after adopting four Black children and allegedly using them for “forced labor” on their farm, court documents show.

West Virginia couple charged with trafficking their adopted Black children to be used as ‘slaves,’ authorities allege

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Jill Biden revealed to The New York Times reporter Katie Rogers what Joe told her following the debate. Rogers queried Jill at a Biden campaign fundraising event in the Hamptons on Friday. “You know, Jill, I don’t know what happened. I didn’t feel that great.” Biden reportedly told the first lady, according to an X post by Rogers. Jill responded, “Look, Joe, we are not going to let 90 minutes define the four years that you’ve been President.” Biden has not been cagey around acknowledging his poor performance on Thursday night. Biden told a crowd in North Carolina on Friday that he knows he’s “not a young man,” and went on to acknowledge other signs of his age, “I don’t walk as easy as I used to. I don’t walk as smoothly as I used to. I don’t debate as well as I used to.” Biden added, “But I know what I do know—I know how to tell the truth, I know right from wrong, and I know how to do this job.”Read it at Daily MailRead more at The Daily Beast.

Jill Biden Discloses What Joe Told Her After His Debate Performance

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Adopt these habits now and your brain will thank you.

Dementia Specialists Shared 7 Rules To Keep Your Brain In Top Shape

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By analyzing the proteins in the blood, a new blood test and AI tool can identify which at-risk patients are most likely to develop Parkinson's disease.

New blood test could flag Parkinson's disease years before symptoms, study hints

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Residents in parts of Maricopa County, Arizona – the state’s most populous and home to Phoenix, the state capital – have been asked to evacuate as the Boulder View Fire threatens structures.

More residents in parts of Arizona’s most populous county asked to evacuate as a wildfire threatens homes

Intensive lifestyle changes — eating minimally processed plant-based foods plus frequent exercise, stress reduction and support groups — may reduce the symptoms of mild cognitive impairment and early Alzheimer’s disease, according to a newly released study. “This is important because most people diagnosed are told it can...

Alzheimer’s Symptoms Improve After Intensive Lifestyle Changes

Alzheimer's research may have found a way patients can protect their memory just by inhaling menthol, according to a new study. Alzheimer's disease is a neurodegenerative disease, meaning it worsens over time. Brain changes occur as neurons and connections die. Scientists at Edinburgh Napier University found that when mice with Alzheimer's inhaled menthol, their cognitive ability improved. The experiment, conducted over six months, involved repeatedly exposing mice with Alzheimer's to menthol. Researchers found that it lowered levels of interleukin-1 beta, a protein linked to cognitive decline in Alzheimer's. Menthol was also seen to mimic reducing T-regulatory cells, immune cells that control inflammation and balance the immune system. These new findings suggest a possible treatment for conditions like Alzheimer's.

Menthol May Be Key To Protecting Memory Loss From Alzheimer's

Women who have their ovaries removed before menopause, particularly before the age of 40, have reduced white matter integrity in multiple regions of the brain later in life. White matter refers to the nerve ﬁbers that connect neurons in different areas of the brain. The ﬁndings appear online in...

Removing Ovaries Before Menopause Associated With Reduced Brain White Matter Integrity

President Joe Biden risks his legacy and the fate of American democracy if he maintains his candidacy for the 2024 presidential election, writes his former neighbor, Jay Parini.

Opinion: Dear Joe, it’s time to go

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Christina Applegate has found some common ground with her daughter, Sadie, who was recently diagnosed with POTS.

The “Married… With Children” star’s daughter, 13, talked about her diagnosis on the Tuesday episode of Applegate’s “MeSsy” podcast, noting she now has a new understanding of her mom’s battle with multiple sclerosis. 

“I have something called POTS,” Sadie shared. “I have no clue what it actually is, but it’s something to do with the autonomic nervous system and it affects my heart. When I stand up, I get really, really dizzy and my legs get really weak and I feel like I’m going...

Christina Applegate announces daughter Sadie, 13, was diagnosed with POTS: ‘I’m sad’

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How much of Alzheimer’s disease is preventable? Dr. Gupta weighs in

Neurosurgeon and CNN chief medical correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta discusses a study...

How much of Alzheimer’s disease is preventable? Dr. Gupta weighs in

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