Brain Health / Cognition

It may be difficult to hear that you are at risk of dementia, or even worse, to actually receive a dementia diagnosis. Currently, it’s estimated that 50 million people worldwide suffer from dementia, with that number expected to rise to 82 million cases globally by the year 2030. We know…

Now that you’re reacquainted with the outdoor world and hopefully recommitted to physical exercise, you may be excited to combine movement with adventure and walking with wandering in nature. If so, hiking – whether on a formally marked trail or just off the beaten path- can be just the ticket…

We know the evidence has gone back and forth about the benefits and harms that can come from alcohol consumption. While there’s no data to support the value of heavy drinking, there are some studies that suggest moderate amounts of alcohol may have cardiac or brain benefits. Current alcohol intake…

So, you’re starting to get back out there, perhaps running into old friends or heading out to favorite places from your pre-pandemic life. But suddenly, you forget someone’s name or can’t remember the address of that favorite place you like for brunch. Remember, as we previously posted in agebuzz, occasional…

Raise your hand if you believe you watched an “unhealthy” amount of network television or streaming content during the pandemic. While there’s no doubt that many of us were in desperate search of something to keep us distracted and entertained while we remained on lockdown, the question is whether we…

Now that you’re (hopefully) vaccinated, you may want to take a vacation and see the world again. Given conditions outside of the US, you may plan a domestic trip, one that may involve a car rather than the hassles (and risks) of airplane travel. But, beyond your local driving to…