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New blood test may predict Parkinson's years before symptoms
UPI· 6 days agoA new blood test might be able to predict Parkinson's disease up to seven years before symptoms of...
Prostate meds might help prevent Lewy body dementia
United Press International via Yahoo News· 4 days agoCertain prostate medications might help reduce the risk of Lewy body dementia, a specific type of dementia, a new study suggests. Photo by Adobe...
This weightlifting workout in your 60s can preserve strength for years
Washington Post· 5 days agoIt’s never too late to start lifting weights — and now there are more signs it can provide enduring...
Colombian family’s genes offer clue to delaying Alzheimer’s onset
NBC NEWS· 4 days agoScientists studying a family plagued by early-in-life Alzheimer’s found some carry a genetic oddity...
Consequences of elder abuse leave victims feeling isolated, vulnerable, powerless
Gannett via AOL· 7 days agoAs the population ages, a silent epidemic threatens to undermine the dignity and well-being of...
Heat wave warning issued to seniors
Newsweek· 6 days agoThe advent of summer has cranked up the temperature dial for many Americans, but the extreme heat blanketing some areas has sparked warnings for seniors...
Seniors especially susceptible to heat; tips to stay cool and safe
WFMZ Eastern Pennsylvania and Western New Jersey· 7 days agoToo much heat is not good for anyone, but it can be especially dangerous for the seniors among us....
Weakening sense of smell is linked to heart failure risk in a new study
MedicalNewsToday via AOL· 6 days agoMight loss of smell indicate heart problems? Image credit: Jonathan Knowles/Getty Images. This...
Scientists Identify Genes Linked to Brain Cell Loss in ALS - NIH-Funded Study Shines Light on...
Sierra Sun Times· 2 days agoIn a small study, researchers have discovered how a set of genes could cause neurons to die in...
Rare Colombian family genes offer potential weapon against Alzheimer’s
Interesting Engineering· 4 days agoThe question was whether a single copy of this gene mutation could offer any protective benefit....