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Genes, Stroke and Dementia

Aside from affecting the health of the brain, both stroke and dementia are unfortunately very common; various forms of dementia afflict millions of Americans, whereas stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States. A recent ,,,

Medical Conditions, The Human Body

Is There A Connection Between Anemia and Dementia?

Probably the worst part of getting older is the impact of age on the body’s health. Seniors face a number of health-related problems, ranging from declining vision to arthritis to cardiovascular disease. Two issues that millions of senior citizens ,,,

Joint Health, Medical Conditions, Mental Health & Well Being

Can Spousal Death Threaten Your Health?

There are fewer things more painful in life than the passing of a loved one. The grieving process can last for months or years, and can make life’s challenges much more difficult. Aside from the emotional fallout, studies have ,,,

Medical Conditions, Men's Health, Women's Health

Want to Help Your Brain? Try Reading a Book

Parents and educators alike have long tried to get children to spend more time reading. So far, their efforts have do not seem to have been particularly effective; a 2007 report by the National Endowment of the Arts (NEA) ,,,

Medical Conditions, The Human Body

Alzheimer’s – Another Consequence of Concussions?

You might have noticed that concussions seem to be in the news more and more frequently. There is good reason for this increased media attention; according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Americans suffer 1.7 million traumatic ,,,

Medical Conditions, Mental Health & Well Being

When the Mind Begins to Fade: The Onset of Dementia

When one thinks of all of the health problems facing seniors, conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, arthritis and osteoporosis often come to mind. While there is no doubt that such problems are worthy of attention, it would ,,,