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Alzheimer’s

Will Medicare Cover New Alzheimer’s Drugs?

POSTED ON: July 19, 2023 BY: Kyle Krull
A new Alzheimer’s prescription may soon be covered by insurance. Alzheimer’s affects many people. Those with the illness experience changes in memory, personality, and temperament. Family and friends of those with the disease must watch their loved one slowly slip away. Ongoing research continues regarding the prevention and treatment of the disease. According to a […]
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Diet

Does the MIND Diet Prevent Dementia?

POSTED ON: June 15, 2023 BY: Kyle Krull
Diet and dementia development may be connected. What people eat is essential to their health. Yes, I am a master of the obvious. Foods can provide necessary nutrients as well as calories for sustaining energy levels. Some foods have little to no nutritional value. Many are "processed" foods from a bag or box instead of […]
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Sleep drug

Can a Sleep Drug Reduce Alzheimer’s Risk?

POSTED ON: May 31, 2023 BY: Kyle Krull
A sleep drug may have preventative effects against Alzheimer's disease. Watch any drug commercial, and you will note prescriptions have side effects. A lot of them. Some sound worse than the benefits provided by the drug! In some instances, people find taking a drug for one health condition can sometimes help with other symptoms or […]
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Estate planning

Does Dementia Make Estate Planning Urgent?

POSTED ON: May 17, 2023 BY: Kyle Krull
Estate planning is essential for those experiencing cognitive decline. I have yet to meet anyone with the condition of Benjamin Button. People get older, not younger. It is an undeniable fact of life. According to a recent Think Advisor article titled “Don’t Let Cognitive Decline Derail Well-Laid Financial Plans,” estate planning is essential for aging individuals. […]
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Cardiovascular disease

Will Cardiovascular Disease Harm my Brain?

POSTED ON: May 1, 2023 BY: Kyle Krull
Cardiovascular disease can quicken cognitive declines. It seems the heart and the mind are connected. But you already knew that, literally and figuratively. The brainstem is responsible for regulating blood pressure and heart rhythms. The heart pumps blood to oxygenate the brain. According to a recent MedPage Today article titled “Early CVD Linked to Accelerated Cognitive […]
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Smoking

Can Quitting Smoking Decrease Dementia Risk?

POSTED ON: April 5, 2023 BY: Kyle Krull
Smoking may impact dementia risk. The general attitudes in America around smoking have changed over the years. Throughout the 20th century, smoking was seen as something cool and harmless. In the 21st century, fewer people hold this opinion. According to a recent MedPage Today article titled “Cutting Back on Smoking No Help for Dementia Risk,” […]
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Signs of dementia

How Early Can Signs of Dementia Present?

POSTED ON: March 8, 2023 BY: Kyle Krull
Dementia signs can be helpful to recognize early. The mind is truly incredible. It processes body sensations, regulates body systems, encodes memory, and allows for communication and language. When the brain is injured or diseased, it can subsequently have a significant negative impact on a person. According to a recent Money Talks News article titled “3 […]
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Lifestyle factors

Does Lifestyle Influence Memory Decline?

POSTED ON: February 28, 2023 BY: Kyle Krull
Lifestyle plays a role in memory decline. There has long been a debate between nature and nurture. Some believe genetics govern the health and wellness of a person. Others see choices and environment a being most important. Science tends to indicate a “middle ground” between these two extremes. Even so, environment and choices are far […]
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Dementia

Does Dementia Preclude Estate Planning?

POSTED ON: February 22, 2023 BY: Kyle Krull
Dementia often leads to mental incapacity. Some cognitive decline is to be expected in aging. For some, the progression is relatively mild. For others, the decline is more severe and involves dementia or Alzheimer’s. According to a recent Health News article titled “Can Someone With Dementia Sign Legal Documents,” the progression of these diseases can […]
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Vitamin D

Does My Brain Need Vitamin D Supplements?

POSTED ON: February 13, 2023 BY: Kyle Krull
Vitamin D may support brain health. To function, the body needs the right fuel and building blocks. Calories are sources of energy. Vitamins and minerals are essential to healthy cell regeneration. According to a recent MedPage Today article titled “Brain Vitamin D Tied to Cognitive Function,” researchers have long been interested in exactly how and […]
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