Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) affects many older adults, causing issues with memory, thinking, and judgment. Many people and researchers are looking for ways to help seniors with MCI. One interesting approach is exergames. These are video games that require physical activity. They blend fun with fitness, aiming to boost both brain power and body strength. But ...

The effect of major lifestyle changes on mild cognitive impairment or early dementia due to Alzheimer's disease is no small matter. It is really important to actually prove that lifestyle changes work for Alzheimer’s. Rigorous clinical trials are needed to test whether lifestyle interventions can help. Drug trials have high standards. This is a good thing. Study...

Let's talk about our hands. Really any of us can find out health problems by evaluating the finger tapping movements. This is kind of interesting. A new study has shown that looking at how maybe you tap your fingers can reveal problems before any major symptoms come to doctors attention. Today around the world a large amount of folks are losing quality of life due to...

Older people with mild memory decline, known as mild cognitive impairment (MCI), often face a higher risk of developing dementia. Non-medical approaches like physical activity can really help. But what about resistance training? This study checked out its impact on brain health and memory in older adults with MCI. Two groups of 44 seniors with MCI were studied for 2...

Ever wondered how your neighborhood could affect your brain health? A new study has uncovered a surprising link: living in disadvantaged areas may increase your risk for dementia and related conditions, even if you don't have any memory problems yet. Researchers found that people living in such neighborhoods had higher blood pressure and lower cognitive scores compar...