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Scientists were able to conclude that developing dementia or Alzheimers disease did not appear to be linked to taking the drugs. (Photo: Pixabay)

Popping heartburn pills doesn't up dementia risk

Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are medicines commonly prescribed to treat acid-related digestive problems.

22 Nov 2017 6:42 AM

The proportion of participants who underwent the training and later developed dementia was smaller than among those who didnt. (Photo: Pixabay)

'First brain training that reduces dementia risk identified'

The cognitive training, called speed of processing, showed benefits up to 10 years after participants underwent the...

20 Nov 2017 11:50 AM

A Mediterranean-style diet, called MIND, may lower your risk of developing cognitive impairment. (Photo: Pixabay)

Here's how you can help prevent dementia

Dementia is one of the most dangerous and distressing conditions anyone can face in their lives.

20 Nov 2017 5:22 AM

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Computer brain-training can reduce dementia risk by 29%

The exercise is referred to as "speed of processing training", "useful field of view training," or "UFOV training".

18 Nov 2017 9:28 AM

It is a common sight today to see small children glued to a video game (Photo: AFP)

Playing video games reduces dementia risk in seniors, says study

Study suggests older adults who practice specific computer training exercises could face a 29 percent lower chance of...

17 Nov 2017 7:51 AM

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Heart attack ups dementia risk by 35%

A fourfold increased risk was observed if the patient underwent bypass surgery following the heart attack.

14 Nov 2017 4:06 AM

Men who went to the sauna four to seven times a week were found 66 percent less likely to be diagnosed with dementia. (Photo: Pixabay)

Sweating in sauna might help keep brain healthy: Finnish study

Men who went to the sauna four to seven times a week were found 66 percent less likely to be diagnosed with dementia.

12 Nov 2017 7:07 AM

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10 reasons to start drinking coffee

There has been growing body evidence that has found many benefits in coffee.

10 Nov 2017 8:42 AM

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Poor heart health affects memory: Study

Researchers from the Vanderbilt University Medical Centre conducted the study.

9 Nov 2017 9:39 AM

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Young blood offers hope in fight against Alzheimer's

The findings were presented at the annual Clinical Trial on Alzheimer's Disease conference.

5 Nov 2017 7:39 AM

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Blood test could predict Alzheimer's disease in your 40s: Study

Here is what researchers discovered.

3 Nov 2017 7:18 AM

Results suggest that inflammation in mid-life may be an early contributor to the brain changes that are associated with Alzheimers disease. (Photo: Pixabay)

Inflammation in midlife linked to brain shrinkage later

The researchers measured levels of inflammation at a single point in time.

2 Nov 2017 9:24 AM