Research indicates that getting too little or too much sleep in later life is associated with a higher risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. The earliest affected brain regions in Alzheimer's are those involved in regulating sleep and circadian rhythms. This means that individuals in the early stages of the condition might experience sleep disturbances before showing the typical signs of memory loss or other symptoms.

Research States That Poor Sleeping Patterns In Older Adults Lead To Increased Risk Of Dementia

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Maybe you’ve heard about the effects of loneliness on physical health—and on the flip side, the growing body of research that suggests an active social life increases the chances of a long, healthy life. A new study supports both trends by hinting that if you live in a relatively remote location, taking a little initiative to get out can help lower your health risks.

65 or Older? A New Study Says Living Here Could Cut Your Depression Risk in Half

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Dementia is a condition that affects more than 900,000 British people, but while the loss of memory is the most obvious symptom, there are other ways of looking out for the condition early

Four early signs of dementia that can be spotted while walking

LONDON — Smoking may be the most influential factor in whether older adults go on to develop dementia. That’s the concerning takeaway from a groundbreaking study spanning 14 European countries. Researchers in London have found that when it comes to maintaining cognitive function as we age, the biggest impact may come from a single lifestyle choice: not smoking.

This bad habit may be the main reason people suffer cognitive decline

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Here's what a geriatrician and dementia expert wants you to know.

A Change in This Daily Habit Could Be an Early Sign of Dementia, According to New Research

Individuals with type 1 diabetes may have a life expectancy of 10 to 12 years less than the general population. Working with your doctor to reduce risk factors can help extend your life expectancy. Advances in insulin therapy have enabled many individuals with type 1 diabetes to live full, active...

What Is the Life Expectancy for Type 1 Diabetes?

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

The early signs of dementia in women include memory loss and confusion. Dementia is a collective term that describes various symptoms of cognitive decline, such as forgetfulness, confusion, and changes in behavior. It is not a specific disease but a group of conditions characterized by impairment of at least two brain functions, such as memory loss and judgment.

Early signs of dementia in women

By 2050, 60% of US adults could be affected by heart disease and stroke, according to a June 2024 announcement from the American Heart Association (AHA). “The last decade has seen a surge of cardiovascular risk factors such as uncontrolled high blood pressure, diabetes and obesity, each of which raises the risks of developing heart disease and stroke,” Dhruv S. Kazi, MD, MS, associate director of the Richard A. and Susan F. Smith Center for Outcomes Research in Cardiology and director of the cardiac critical care unit at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, says in the AHA’s press release. So how can we manage those risk factors?

New Research: If You’re Deficient in This Vitamin, It Could Raise Your Stroke Risk by 28%

It's the end of the world as we know it and I feed fine — because Costco has an emergency dinner kit, dubbed online as "the apocalypse bucket," that lasts 25 years. The Readywise Emergency Food Bucket boasts 150 freeze-dried and dehydrated meal servings and has caused a stir on social media. With an online price tag of $79.99, the bucket's product description boasts that it's more than just food, it provides "readiness in the face of uncertainty."

Doomsday dinners: Costco sells 'apocalypse bucket' with food that lasts 25 years

New research suggests that the diabetes drug and popular weight loss treatment semaglutide, sold as Ozempic and Wegovy, is linked with a significantly lower risk of dementia — possibly adding to the drug's large list of surprising and unexpected benefits. The study, published in the journal eClinicalMedicine, involved analyzing...

Ozempic Linked to Significantly Reduced Dementia Risk

High interest rates and tight housing supply are hurting both homebuyers and sellers. The extent of the residential real estate crisis varies widely from state to state, and in some top states, climate risks are also rising. Because companies consider the residential real estate market when deciding where to locate,...

These are America's 10 best states for buying and selling a home in 2024, with a big caveat at No. 1

A U.K.-based organization supporting parents who are not giving their children smartphones was founded in February and has expanded internationally to the U.S., Canada, and more. The popularity of the movement is driven by research showing the link between mental health issues in children and smartphone and social media use.

A growing number of parents are refusing to give their children smartphones — and the movement is going global

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Recent research suggests that people who are more active in the evenings may have better brain function than those who are most active in the mornings. However, the most important takeaway is that sufficient sleep is crucial to brain health.

‘Night owls’ appear to have better brain function, new study finds

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The first signs of cognitive decline in an older relative could hint at a condition called dementia. One form, Alzheimer's dementia, manifests in 7 stages.

The 7 Stages Of Dementia Before Death Explained

CNBC’s David Faber delivers his latest Faber Report.

Faber Report: Future of Warner Bros. Discovery

The Social Security Administration is upgrading its "my Social Security" personal accounts online. The goal is to provide a simpler login experience and more secure online access, the agency said. But first, some users may have to log in and transition their current accounts. The Social Security Administration is updating...

Why the Social Security Administration may want you to update your personal account online

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I don’t know about you but summer is definitely my favorite season and I am definitely a sun worshipper. Living in the Pacific Northwest, we do not see enough of it so when it is here, that is where you will find me. Everything I do I do outside when the sun is out and the weather is warm. I wonder who else feels this way. I wonder what Zodiac Signs love the Sunshine. Want to find out? Let’s do a little research.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Love Sunshine

Josh Brown, CEO of Ritholtz Wealth Management, joins CNBC's "Halftime Report" to discuss his latest trade out of Sharkninja, and how he's thinking about Pfizer at these levels.

Trade Tracker: Josh Brown gets stopped out of Sharkninja and Pfizer hits its highest level of 2024

People with one key family member who were diagnosed with Alzheimer's at 65 or younger were also found to have higher-than-average amyloid levels in their brains, a new study has found

Alzheimer's risk is 'higher' if key member of your family has it

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This 1 factor increases risk of memory loss in older adults, new study shows

Being alone is not the greatest risk to memory loss, a new study found. However, feeling lonely is. Researchers at the University of Waterloo followed four...

This 1 factor increases risk of memory loss in older adults, new study shows

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