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dementia

7 things to know about early-onset Alzheimer’s

The death of Pat Summitt, the winningest coach in college basketball, draws renewed attention to the disease that took her life.

Run, dance, garden your way to a healthier brain

Study shows a variety of activities can cut Alzheimer’s disease risk by 50 percent.

Trouble with sense of direction linked to Alzheimer’s

Virtual testing may be able to one day predict disease long before symptoms develop.

Can 3-D video games boost memory?

A study raises intriguing questions, but don't expect a cure for dementia from your Xbox, cautions a neuropsychologist.

Can lack of Zzzs cause Alzheimer’s disease?

Here's one more reason why we can't underestimate the restorative nature of sleep in terms of brain function and memory.

New and troubling: Lewy body dementia

The late actor Robin Williams had this brain disorder the medical industry has only recently begun to understand.

Unlock the mysteries of Alzheimer’s disease

Tap into the key things caregivers must know.

Computer tests predicting dementia risk?

This technology is right on the horizon for those younger than 80.

Researchers find genes linked to alzheimer’s timing

Some genes sped up the disease, while others delayed it.

Infections, not clumsiness, main cause of falls

Illness can lower blood pressure and lead to dizziness.

Control type 2 diabetes to prevent dementia

Poor blood sugar control increases risk of brain troubles.

Unaware of fading memories

Study: Those developing dementia often don't know their memories are evaporating.