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An independent panel convened by the National Institutes of Health determined that the value of the strategies such as mental stimulation, exercise and dietary supplements for delaying the onset and/or reducing the severity of decline or disease hasn't been demonstrated in rigorous studies. Read more »

A new study indicates that people with atrial fibrillation, a form of abnormal heart rhythm, are more likely than others to develop dementia, including Alzheimer's disease. The presence of atrial fibrillation also predicted higher death rates in dementia patients, especially among younger patients in the group studied, meaning under the age of 70. Read more »

Researchers have found in a number of studies that reading can improve a patient’s quality of life. The meanings of written sentences can be understood by — and prompt cogent responses from — even those who have difficulty handling verbal exchanges. Read more »