Some 2.3 million of U.S. adults older than 65 — more than 4% — have a diagnosis of dementia. But even without a diagnosis, a certain amount of cognitive decline is normal as age sets in.

Mature Resources Area Agency on Aging has announced the menu and program schedule for its centers for active living for the week of Nov. 18.

Understand Alzheimer's disease Alzheimer's disease is the leading cause of dementia, accounting for approximately 80% of ...

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Understanding how human neurons cope with the energy demands of a large, active brain could open up new avenues for treating ...

New research highlights middle age as a pivotal period for brain health, with significant changes in how cells remove damaged mitochondria. Defects in this recycling process have been linked to ...

Boost your brain's flexibility with these six engaging exercises designed to enhance neuroplasticity and integrate the left ...

Chronic brain inflammation can impact mood, cognition, and memory. Learn about some simple lifestyle changes that can help ...

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A study of middle-aged adults finds that walking the dog or doing household chores is enough activity to save your brain ...

Everyday physical activities, from light chores to intense exercise, provide immediate cognitive benefits for middle-aged ...