Did you know that participating in activities that build connections with friends and family can boost brain health? Find ways you can get more involved and help others with this infographic from the AARP’s Global Council on Brain Health.
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) has compiled information on senior centers that provide services and activities for older adults as well as assistance for caregivers.
In this video from the National Institute on Aging (NIA), Dr. Laura Baker, Ph.D., Wake Forest University, discusses how research on exercise, brain health, Alzheimer's disease, and related dementias has evolved over the past 10 years.
This article has more information about NIA-supported advances in aging and Alzheimer’s disease research.
The Alzheimer’s Association recommends that people take part in physical activity if it safe for them to do so. Exercise can increase the blood flow to the brain and body, which can reduce potential dementia risk factors such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol. Learn more about this and other ways to take care of your health.
Regular physical activity is not only good for your muscles and bones it can keep your brain healthy, too. Learn more with in this article from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and get some easy tips on how you can incorporate exercise into your daily routine.
