Manage medical conditions that increase risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. The resources below may be able to help:
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High Blood Pressure as You Age
Aging increases the chance of developing high blood pressure even in people with heart-healthy habits. […]
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Sleep and Cognitive Function
These tips from the AARP’s Global Council on Brain Health can improve the quality of […]
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Better Heart. Better Brain
Having a healthy heart can also reduce the risk of cognitive decline. The Global Council […]
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Is Forgetfulness Normal or Not?
This video from the National Institute of Aging (NIA) helps to explain the difference between […]
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The Hidden Risks of Hearing Loss
Research from Johns Hopkins shows a link between hearing loss and other health-related issues such […]
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Chronic Diseases and Cognitive Decline — A Public Health Issue Brief
This summary article and downloadable brief from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) is the […]
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Research Examines Whether Reducing Cardiovascular Risk in Younger Adults May Delay Cognitive Decline Later
A study published in Neurology and funded in part by the National Institute of Aging […]
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Study Links Cataract Removal to Lower Dementia Risk
Research published in JAMA Internal Medicine shows a link between cataract removal in older adults […]
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To Protect Your Brain, Take Care of Your Heart
Read this report from the AARP-founded Global Council on Brain Health (GCBH) to learn why […]
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Brain Health is Connected to Heart Health
Learn more about the connection between heart and brain health and find tips on how […]
You can read the infographic Better Heart Better Brain from AARP’s Global Council on Brain Health here.
Read this infographic about sleep, aging, and cognitive function from AARP’s Global Council on Brain Health here.
Read this infographic from the NIH NIA about high blood pressure risks and prevention here.