January 7, 2025 Neurosurgeon suggests eating these foods for a brain-healthy breakfast Dr. Paul Saphier, M.D., a New Jersey neurosurgeon, shared in a video posted to X what he's eating for breakfast to maximize the brain health benefits.
January 6, 2025 Michael J. Fox honored with Presidential Medal of Freedom for Parkinson’s research efforts Actor and advocate Michael J. Fox received the Presidential Medal of Freedom for his ongoing efforts with The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research.
January 6, 2025 Actor Michael J. Fox receives Presidential Medal of Freedom at White House for Parkinson's advocacy and research Actor and advocate Michael J. Fox is applauded as he accepts the Presidential Medal of Freedom from President Biden for his efforts in Parkinson's disease research. The award was presented at the White House on Jan. 4, 2025.
January 4, 2025 Aging ‘hotspot’ found in brain, researchers say: ‘Major changes’ In a new study, scientists pinpointed the specific cells that are most impacted by the aging process, which could lead to new therapies for age-related diseases.
January 3, 2025 Friends, family may protect against heart attack, stroke and type 2 diabetes, study suggests A new study from Cambridge University scientists and others suggests that socializing with friends and family may help protect people against heart attack and others conditions and illnesses.
January 2, 2025 The Osmond Brothers founding member Wayne Osmond dead at 73 Wayne Osmond, an Osmond Brothers founding member, died after suffering a massive stroke on New Year's Day.
January 1, 2025 Warding off dementia means more reading, praying and listening to music: study To ward off dementia, older adults may want to spend more time reading, praying, crafting, listening to music and engaging in other mentally stimulating behaviors, a new study says.
December 27, 2024 5 major Alzheimer’s discoveries scientists made in 2024 As the year comes to a close, experts from the Alzheimer's Association reflect on some of the hopeful advances in diagnosis, treatment and risk management that have been made in 2024.
December 26, 2024 Dance eases depression symptoms in Parkinson's patients, new study suggests A new study found that Parkinson's disease patients who took dance classes experienced fewer symptoms of depression, with dance having "a positive effect on the mood circuits in the brain."
December 20, 2024 10 tips for dementia caregivers to make the holidays less stressful and more enjoyable The holiday season can be particularly stressful for those living with dementia. Experts share tips to help dementia patients, family members and caregivers enjoy a smooth, low-stress season.