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Eyesight Troubles and Brain Health: A Closer Look

January 1, 2026

Ever wondered if eye problems could hint at brain issues? A recent study dug into this idea. Researchers looked at a large group of people to see if those with a sudden blockage in eye blood vessels were more likely to develop Alzheimer's or other types of dementia. First, let's talk about what ret

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Caring for a Loved One with Dementia: The Hidden Health Risks for Black Women

March 28, 2025

African American women often take on the role of caring for family members with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. This responsibility can lead to significant stress and neglect of their own health. One major concern is the increased risk of hypertension, or high blood pressure, which can es

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Tracking Older Adults' Daily Life with Smartphones: A New Way to Monitor Cognitive Health

November 23, 2024

Today's methods for keeping an eye on the cognition of older adults aren't cutting it, especially with the rising number of people with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. We need better ways that are sensitive, can be used on a large scale, give objective results, and reflect real-life funct

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Older Adults' Views on Digital Brain Health: A Natural Language Processing Study

November 19, 2024

Imagine you're 65 and suddenly, technology is promising to predict and monitor Alzheimer's disease. But what do older adults actually think about a digital brain health platform? This study dives into their perspectives using natural language processing. It's like reading their minds, but in a tech-