Victoria Garcia is in the advanced stages of dementia, and doesn’t speak much at all. She is being cared for at home in Dapto south of Sydney by her husband Antonio, whom she met when they were teenagers in Spain more than 60 years ago, and her daughter Cecilia Leha. Leha said her mother now … Read more
Scientists have discovered what could be a breakthrough in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. Over 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s, which slowly erodes memory, cognitive skills and the ability to perform simple tasks. Early attempts at treating or managing Alzheimer’s have concentrated on neurons and other brain cells. Newer approaches have been exploring how other … Read more
If you develop dementia, you can bank on it affecting your decision-making skills. More than 6 million Americans have dementia — a gradual decline in cognitive function like memory, language and problem-solving that significantly impacts daily life. Early signs of dementia include memory loss, difficulty finding words and disorientation. A neuropsychologist warns that problems managing … Read more
Stand at attention for an off-kilter sign of this particular kind of dementia. Nearly 7 million Americans have been diagnosed with dementia, which gradually destroys memory, thinking skills, and the capacity to perform basic tasks. While Alzheimer’s disease remains the most common form of dementia, another prevalent type of cognitive decline includes a singular symptom. LBD patients can … Read more
A novel gene therapy has been found to significantly slow the progression of Huntington’s disease, offering new hope to sufferers of the incurable disorder that destroys brain cells over time. Drugmaker uniQure reported the results of its small but “groundbreaking” Phase I/II study this week, finding that a high dose of its AMT-130 therapy slowed … Read more
The plot thickens … New research suggests that we pay a higher price for our high-fat indulgences than previously thought — even just one milkshake can impair blood flow to the brain, increasing the risk of stroke and dementia. “As we’re learning, when it comes to protecting brain health, every meal may count,” researchers Chris Marley … Read more
When Patrick Dare was called into his first-ever HR review at the age of 54, he finally had to be honest with himself. “I’d had a high-level career in IT sales for the last 35 years, and I’d never had any issues with my performance until then,” Dare told news.com.au “For maybe a year prior, … Read more
CHICAGO — I’m no Bryan Johnson, but I was feeling pretty confident when I strolled into the Northwestern Medicine Human Longevity Clinic in July. I’ve taken several aging tests over the past year to learn how my cells and systems are functioning. One pinpointed my biological age at 29 and another at 36, which is … Read more
Heads up: A lot of what you think you know about your brain is just plain wrong. From sleep scams to multitasking myths, bad advice is steering Americans off course — and it’s messing with their minds. To cut through the confusion, The Post spoke to Dr. Joel Salinas, a behavioral neurologist and chief medical … Read more
If all your friends were imaginary when you were a kid, your troubles may not be over. Research has established that loneliness in childhood can lead to issues in adulthood — particularly when it comes to long-term mental health. But a new study published today found that those feelings of isolation can also impact physical … Read more
Fad diets that trigger extreme weight loss could be a waist for seniors, a new study finds. Shedding pounds can be difficult as we age because our metabolism naturally slows, leading to fewer calories burned. You can also blame sarcopenia, the age-related loss of muscle mass, and hormonal shifts in women that influence fat storage. … Read more
Don’t sleep on this troubling sign that may increase your risk of dementia. Age, genetics, high blood pressure, unmanaged Type 2 diabetes, smoking and untreated hearing loss are among the major risk factors for dementia, a progressive condition that affects memory, thinking and the ability to perform daily tasks. Researchers from the Mayo Clinic wanted … Read more
Your anxiety is about to get worse. Dementia diagnoses are projected to skyrocket in the coming decades. Americans over 55 face a 42% lifetime risk of dementia, a recent study found, with new cases expected to reach 1 million per year by 2060 without significant intervention. Now, a new study suggests that your risk of dementia significantly … Read more
Jay Leno is opening up about his wife’s ongoing battle with advanced dementia. The former “Tonight Show” host revealed that his wife of 45 years, Mavis Leno, has “still got the fire” despite her shocking diagnosis during an interview with People published Tuesday, Sept. 9. Jay Leno attends a press conference for the Love Ride … Read more
Better powder than pie when it comes to Alzheimer’s prevention. A team of British researchers has discovered a way to turn a popular stone fruit into a potential safeguard against the devastating degenerative disease. An estimated 6.7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s, which slowly erodes memory, cognitive skills and the ability to perform simple tasks. Previous … Read more
Neuron the right track! It’s essential to embrace healthy habits that enhance the brain’s ability to absorb information while staving off mental decline. Alzheimer’s disease is the leading cause of cognitive decline in older adults. Over 6 million Americans have the progressive brain disorder, which affects memory, thinking, reasoning, language and behavior. Dr. Giulio Taglialatela, … Read more
Bruce Willis’ wife has opened up about the “heartbreaking” decision to move the ailing actor into a second home in the wake of his battle with frontotemporal dementia. “It was the hardest thing,” Emma Heming Willis, 47, told People in an interview published Wednesday. Bruce Willis attends the 2014 Glamour Women of the Year Awards … Read more
Demi Moore is addressing her ex-husband’s mental decline and praising his wife in the process. “The Substance” actress, 62, spoke out about Bruce Willis’ health struggles on Tuesday’s episode of “The Oprah Podcast” with host Oprah Winfrey, and revealed she has “so much compassion” for Emma Heming Willis. Demi Moore talking about Bruce Willis’ dementia diagnosis. Oprah Podcast/YouTube … Read more
Put your mind to the test! Dementia, which slowly erodes memory, reasoning, judgment and language skills, affects over 6 million Americans and accounts for more than 100,000 deaths annually. There’s no way of knowing for sure who will develop dementia — factors such as high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol and obesity raise your risk. … Read more
Emma Heming Willis is pushing back against criticism over her decision to move husband Bruce Willis into a separate home amid his frontotemporal dementia diagnosis. The backlash began after the 47-year-old former model shared details in her recent ABC special with Diane Sawyer, “Emma and Bruce Willis: The Unexpected Journey,” about why the actor now … Read more