DEMENTIA RISK REDUCTION

May 28 2025HEALTH

Hispanic Elders and Exercise: A New Approach to Brain Health

The Hispanic community in the United States is at a higher risk of dementia compared to non-Hispanic whites. This is a serious issue that needs to be tackled. One way to help reduce this risk is through physical activity. However, there is a problem. The exercise programs that are available do not cater to the Hispanic community. This is a big issue because it m...

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Apr 03 2025HEALTH

Vaccine Surprise: Shingles Shot May Shield Against Dementia

The shingles vaccine, designed to reduce the painful rash, might have an unexpected benefit. It could lower the risk of dementia. This finding comes from a study that used a unique setup in Wales. The National Health Service there offered the vaccine to people born on or after a specific date. This created two groups: those who got the vaccine and those who didn't. T...

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