Digital Dementia: What It Means And How Smartphones Can Lead To Memory Issues
The term “digital dementia” means memory issues and cognitive deterioration brought on by over-dependence on digital devices like smartphones, computers, etc.
Sep 03, 2024, 13:41 PM ISTDementia Care: Tips For Caregivers And Families
Dementia presents a complex journey for families, demanding a deep understanding of the disease. Family caregivers can navigate this journey with greater confidence and compassion by acquiring knowledge about dementia, honing communication skills, and prioritising both their loved one's well-being and their own.
Jul 25, 2024, 17:54 PM ISTStudy Identifies Primary Risk Factor for Future Dementia Cases
A combination of genetic and environmental factors, including high blood pressure, obesity, diabetes, education, and smoking are major risk factors for dementia.
Jun 27, 2024, 14:00 PM ISTParkinson’s Disease: Age Isn’t the Sole Factor- Expert Explains Risk Factors Of The Neurodegenerative Illness
The intricate interaction between age, genetics, and environmental factors leads to Parkinson's disease. Read more about the disease, here.
Apr 23, 2024, 18:01 PM ISTIs Daytime Sleeping A Potential Factor In Dementia Development, Expert Shares Risks
Habitually sleeping well at night could result in better cognitive function and reduce the risk of dementia and psychiatric disorders.
Apr 17, 2024, 16:21 PM IST
1 In 5 Indians Over 60 Shows Signs Of Mild Neurocognitive Disorder: Study
Given an estimated 138 million adults over 60 years of age in India, these estimates suggest approximately 24 million and 9.9 million older adults in India are living with mild and major neurocognitive disorders, respectively, revealed the study published in the journal PLOS One.
Feb 09, 2024, 12:24 PM ISTStudy Reveals How Sleeping Habits Impact Brain Health, Raise Stroke Risk
These findings add to the mounting evidence that sleep is a prime pillar of brain health.
Jan 31, 2024, 20:50 PM ISTDisrupted Sleep In 30s May Increase Memory, Thinking Problems Later: Study
Alzheimer's disease starts to accumulate in the brain several decades before symptoms begin, understanding the connection between sleep and cognition earlier in life is critical for understanding the role of sleep problems as a risk factor for the disease.
Jan 04, 2024, 14:00 PM ISTHow Can Lifestyle Factors Reduce The Risk Of Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer's brings memory loss, changes in behavior, and a decline in thinking abilities.
Jan 04, 2024, 13:43 PM ISTCommon Gut Bacteria May Be Connected To Increased Risk Of Alzheimer's Disease: Study
While the cause of Alzheimer's disease is multifaceted, the findings build upon a growing body of evidence on the potential role of infections, particularly H Pylori, in its development. The study found that people with symptomatic H. pylori infection had an 11 per cent higher risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.
Dec 29, 2023, 13:10 PM ISTExcess Of 'Good Cholesterol' Levels May Increase Risk Of Dementia: Study
Researchers from Monash University in Australia explained that the very high levels of HDL-C were uncommon and not diet related, but more likely to reflect a metabolic disorder.
Nov 30, 2023, 13:56 PM ISTImproving Deep Sleep May Help Avoid Dementia: Study
Slow-wave sleep, or deep sleep, supports the ageing brain in many ways, and we know that sleep augments the clearance of metabolic waste from the brain, including facilitating the clearance of proteins that aggregate in Alzheimer's disease.
Nov 04, 2023, 14:00 PM ISTImproving Deep Sleep Can Prevent Dementia: Study
Researchers say improving or maintaining deep sleep, also known as slow-wave sleep, in older years may help prevent dementia.
Oct 31, 2023, 10:38 AM ISTHot Flashes In Women Associated With Cardiovascular Disease, Alzheimer's: Study
Study shows that when hot flashes occur during sleep, it may be early indicators of a woman's increased risk for Alzheimer's, and, the more hot flashes, the greater the disease risk.
Sep 28, 2023, 15:25 PM ISTPreserving Brain Health: Expert Tips To Prevent Cognitive Decline With Ageing
Uncover expert insights on nurturing brain health and preventing cognitive decline. Learn essential practices from top neurologists to safeguard your cognitive vitality and reduce the risk of Alzheimer's.
Sep 25, 2023, 18:32 PM ISTWorld Alzheimer's Day: Expert Shares 8 Strategies To Boost Memory
Dr (Col) Joy Dev Mukherji, Vice Chairman and Head – Neurology, explains memory-enhancing strategies.
Sep 21, 2023, 15:47 PM ISTWorld Alzheimer’s Day 2023: Working Out To Socialising - How To Lower Dementia Risk
Dr Rajashekar Reddi, Principal Director, Neurology, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket explains lifestyle changes that may reduce Alzheimer’s risk.
Sep 21, 2023, 11:07 AM IST
World Alzheimer's Day 2023: Know Date, History, And Significance
By coming together on this day, we take a collective step towards a world where Alzheimer's disease no longer robs individuals of their memories and dignity.
Sep 20, 2023, 12:04 PM ISTWorld Alzheimer's Day 2023: 10 Early Warning Signs And Why Timely Diagnosis Is Crucial - Expert Speaks
Alzheimer's disease, the most common form of dementia according to the World Health Organization, is accompanied by a gradual decline in memory, thinking, behaviour and social skills. September 21 is observed as World Alzheimer's Day each year.
Sep 20, 2023, 11:27 AM IST