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Despite being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease last year, 79-year-old MaryLou Lindeman is determined to stay engaged in community life, whether…
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Parental nicotine dependence predicts teen smoking
A parent’s dependence on nicotine, in addition to the act of smoking cigarettes, may be an important determinant of their…
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Resveratrol may reduce Alzheimer’s biomarker, study suggests
A small study has found that resveratrol, a compound found in red grapes, red wine and dark chocolate, may help…
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Israeli firm develops health-warning sensor for pilots
Israeli defense electronics firm Elbit Systems says it has developed a body sensor that could help save the lives of…
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Stroke centers more common where laws encourage them
State laws have played a big part in boosting the number of hospitals where specialized stroke care is available, a…
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Task-oriented exercise may help with mild memory loss
An exercise program that challenges the mind while mimicking daily tasks may improve mental functioning in older adults with mild…
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Experts update stroke prevention guidelines
Tools for preventing strokes include a healthy diet, home blood pressure monitoring and an online stroke-risk estimator, according to updated…
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Beer flavonoid may boost brain power
A compound found in hops— one of the basic ingredients of beer— is capable of improving memory and thought patterns…
Read MoreHalf of jailed NYC youths have a brain injury, study shows
About half of all 16- to 18-year-olds coming into New York City’s jails say they had a traumatic brain injury…
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