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Heart to Head Series: The Link between High Blood Pressure and Alzheimer’s Disease

by Chrishun M. Brown, Communications Manager, Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Center “Advances in our understanding of the role of cardiovascular risks have shown them to be closely associated with cognitive impairment and dementia. Because many cardiovascular risks are modifiable, it may be possible to maintain brain health and to prevent dementia later in life.” American Heart […]

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Managing Money Problems for People with Dementia

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Early on, a person with dementia may be able to perform basic tasks, like paying bills. However, as the disease worsens, the person may try to hide financial problems or not realize they are losing their ability to handle their finances. People with dementia may also be targets for financial abuse scams, sometimes by a

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Scams Targeting Older Adults: What You Need to Know

SHARE Network 6-Week Dementia Champion Training Starting January 16.

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Research Highlight: Hearing Aids Slow Cognitive Decline in People at High Risk

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Studies have found that hearing loss is associated with dementia in older adults. While research suggests that using hearing aids to treat hearing loss may slow the development of cognitive decline in people with an increased risk, this had not been tested in a large, randomized study. To close this gap, NIH-funded researchers conducted a clinical

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The Health Benefits of Having a Hobby

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During the month of January, people across the United States celebrate National Hobby Month, a perfect opportunity for you and your loved ones to learn about hobbies and their benefits. A hobby is a regular activity done for enjoyment, usually during a person’s free time. Hobbies can enhance your quality of life by reducing stress

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Check Out the Monthly Memory Cafés Around Chicago

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Virtual Webinar: Community Resources for Dementia Care, January 23

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Welcome Dementia Friendly O’Fallon/Shiloh!

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What is a Memory Café?

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Looking for ways to improve you or your loved one’s social wellness? A Memory Café is a wonderfully welcoming place for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or any other form of dementia, or other brain disorders. They are designed to include the care partner as well, for a shared experience. Find a Memory Café near you

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