Memory lapses, confusion, and difficulty focusing can be unsettling, particularly for older adults or their loved ones, as these symptoms are often linked to dementia or Alzheimer's disease. However, ...

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The holidays bring together families. Sometimes, we have not seen our aging family members in a while and could start to notice some noticeable signs of advanced aging. Perhaps even worries about ...

Alan Baker of Spokane, Washington, began to have serious problems with memory, confusion and movement when he was about 72 years old. When his wife, Mary, began to observe his decline and difficulty ...

A set of 6 distinct midlife depressive symptoms appear to be associated with an increased risk for dementia later in life.

Vacations are meant for unwinding, exploring, and enjoyment, yet they can also highlight minor health concerns. An unfamiliar environment, especially when traveling abroad, might accentuate an early ...

Dear Savvy Senior: At age 70, I’ve become more and more forgetful lately and I’m concerned it may be an early sign of dementia. Are there any memory screening tools or services that you can recommend ...

You may want to keep an eye on the blood vessels at the back of your peepers — they could reveal if you’re likely to develop dementia. Dementia — the progressive decline in cognitive abilities, ...

Dear Cari: It’s a huge struggle to get my sister in and out of the car with her cognitive issues. She has poor balance and weighs too much for me to hold her up. Is one of those patient lift machines ...