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Daily brisk walk or bike ride 'may reduce older people's risk of Alzheimer's'
Scientists say physical activity dampens inflammation in the brain - protecting against mental decline.
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These are the key decades to get fit if you want to stave off dementia, study reveals
"It’s very much a case of early prevention."
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10 of Dame Barbara Windsor's funniest ever quotes
The actor was known for her cheeky sense of humour.
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Everything we learnt about Dame Barbara Windsor from her celebrity tributes
The 'Eastenders' star will be remembered for her unwavering kindness.
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Couple gets married for second time after husband's dementia caused him to forget their first wedding
The wife has said the wedding was 'a completely unexpected wonderful miracle'.
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Grandson creates 'water sweets' to prevent dehydration after caring for grandmother with dementia
Not drinking enough water can be a common problem among the elderly.
Yahoo Life UKThese four foods have been found by a new study to help your brain function better
Scientists have singled out certain items from the famously-healthy Mediterranean diet.
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Eating enough fruit and veg lowers risk of memory loss, says a new study
Protein-rich foods were also linked to boosted brain power.
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Excessive napping could be a sign of Alzheimer's disease
New research has shed light on this risk factor for dementia.
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NHS health MOTs: What are they and how can you get one?
People who attend the health checks are more likely to lose weight, lower blood pressure and give up smoking.
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These five lifestyle changes can help lower your risk of getting Alzheimer's
There are five lifestyle behaviours that may help reduce the risk of Alzheimer's, even if you're genetically pre-disposed to it. That's according to recent research from Rush University in Chicago and a UK-based study of nearly
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Dementia diagnosis at a 'record high': Here's how to spot the signs
Dementia is the leading cause of death in Britain.
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Too much sleep bad for your memory, new research suggests
It turns out, getting too much shut-eye can be just as detrimental to your health as not having enough.
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Confusion over money could be an early sign of dementia, new research suggests
These changes can be spotted in the early stages of the disease.
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'Under seven hours sleep a night could trigger a stroke or heart attack'
It might be time to bid farewell to those late night Netflix sessions.
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Keen sense of smell linked to longer life
Older adults with a poor sense of smell may die sooner than their counterparts who have keen olfactory abilities, a US study suggests. Researchers asked 2,289 adults, ages 71 to 82, to identify 12 common smells, awarding scores from zero to as
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Husband with dementia able to reconnect with wife
A husband living with dementia who doesn't speak has finally been able to reconnect with his wife - using a combination of sights and sounds in a 'Music Memory Box'. The 'Music Memory Box' is a kit which families fill
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Mike Tindall opens up about how his dad has 'deteriorated' during 'nightmare' Parkinson’s battle
The former rugby player hopes to raise awareness of the condition.
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Half of adults can't spot the risk factors for dementia, so what are they?
More than 850,000 people in the UK are living with dementia
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If you don't want dementia then a daily orange juice may help
A study published late last year in the journal Neurology has found that Middle-aged men who consume orange juice on a daily basis may be lowering their chances of cognitive decline. The Harvard University study involved almost 28,000 men whose
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The depressing reason that men are better at navigating than women
It's to do with something that massively affects women worldwide.
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Middle-aged drinkers could have a reduced dementia risk
But only if you're drinking in moderation.
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How to reduce your risk of Alzheimer's Disease
Dame Barbara Windsor has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease
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Coroner calls for dementia checks on older drivers
After tending to a crash in which a victim was killed by an 88-year-old driver with dementia, a coroner is calling for older motorists to be routinely checked for the condition. Deborah archer, the assistant coroner for Plymouth and South Devon,
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Could cucumbers lead to new Alzheimer's treatment?
Researchers from Oxford and Dundee universities are using the cucumber mosaic virus to create a new vaccine. It's been described as a 'magic bullet' that could potentially help thousands of people. Find out how in the video above.
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Best time of day to boost your brain
You know you what you should do to keep your brain healthy - but did you know there's also a right time to do it? Making a few simple changes to your daily routine could make all the difference... See also: Dementia and diet - what to eat