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Quit Smoking to Slow Brain Decline

Giving up smoking, even after the age of 40, can help protect your memory and thinking skills as you get older. A new study from University College London (UCL) shows that people who stop smoking... (Audio Available – 603 words – 3 minute read time)

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Shingles increases Dementia Risk

Scientists caution that contracting shingles may heighten Alzheimer’s risk. An Oxford University led study suggests the infection triggers a brain reaction tied to dementia by reactivating a dormant

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Hearing and Loneliness Risks

Researchers have found that hearing loss combined with acute loneliness can accelerate cognitive decline in older adults, offering a potential simple preventive measure for millions at risk of dementia

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200 proteins under investigation

For years, Alzheimer’s research has focused on A-beta and tau amyloids, which harm neurons and impair brain function. A recent study from Johns Hopkins University suggests these plaques may not act alone

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