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Is Your Loved One at Risk of Falling? How to Spot Instability Early

Every year, 1 in 4 adults aged 65 and older experiences a fall - many of them serious, and many of them preventable. But here’s the critical truth:Falls rarely come out of nowhere.In most …
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Simple Home Exercises That Boost Brain Health

When it comes to protecting brain health, many people think first about puzzles, memory games, or learning new skills.And while mental stimulation is critical, there’s another equally powerful tool often overlooked: Physical movement. Exercise …
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How to Reduce the Risk of Dementia and Cognitive Impairment

Dementia isn’t an inevitable part of aging.While age is the biggest risk factor, research shows that up to 40% of dementia cases worldwide may be preventable through lifestyle changes and early interventions. Small daily …
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Walking Steadiness: Why It Matters and How to Improve It

As we age, maintaining balance and walking stability becomes increasingly important - but it’s often overlooked until a fall happens. Walking steadiness refers to how stable and consistent a person’s steps are when they …
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How Public Health Campaigns Can Better Serve Caregivers

Caregivers are often the invisible backbone of healthcare systems. Across the world, millions of family members and friends provide unpaid care to aging parents, partners with dementia, and loved ones with chronic illnesses - …
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What Is Frontotemporal Dementia?

Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD) is a group of brain disorders caused by progressive nerve cell loss in the brain’s frontal and temporal lobes - the areas responsible for behavior, personality, language, and movement. Unlike Alzheimer’s …
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Caring for People With Dementia: An Ethical Guide

Caring for someone living with dementia is one of the most profound acts of love - but it also comes with complex challenges. Beyond managing memory loss or health needs, caregivers face deeply personal …
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Voice Tech for Seniors: Is It the Next Big Thing?

For years, we’ve talked about aging in place. Now, with the rise of voice technology, that vision is getting a powerful new ally. Once considered a novelty, voice assistants and speech-activated tools are now …
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How to Encourage Daily Walks for Cognitive Health

When it comes to brain health, few activities are as simple - and as powerful - as walking. Daily walking isn’t just good for the heart and joints. Studies show it can also improve …
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Best Hydration Tips for Seniors (with Memory Loss)

Good hydration is essential for everyone, but it’s especially critical for older adults. As we age, the body’s natural sense of thirst diminishes, and medical conditions or medications can further complicate things. For seniors …
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