Living Well Blog

When many people think about preventing dementia, they focus on mental exercises, physical activity and a healthy diet. But there's another crucial factor that many people overlook: hearing health. Recent research has revealed a surprising and significant connection between hearing loss and… See more

While many of the medical elements of Alzheimer’s disease remain a mystery for researchers, it’s increasingly obvious that lifestyle choices heavily influence our risk for this debilitating disease.  With that in mind, researchers from Rush University Medical Center developed the MIND diet in… See more

Legendary musician Billy Joel recently cancelled his current tour after being diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH), which is also known as water on the brain.  This rare condition can develop if the flow of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is blocked. CSF helps absorb shock, protecting… See more

For many years, the only way to positively diagnose Alzheimer’s disease was studying the brain after a patient had died. But medical advances like advanced scanning combined with memory tests and family history has made it easier for physicians to diagnose the disease.Now the Food and Drug… See more

While there is no cure for dementia, there is good news: Science is advancing our understanding of the risk factors while creating new testing and diagnosis regimes and new treatments.In fact, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved a new test that can help diagnose Alzheimer’s… See more

More than cancer, more than heart disease, dementia is on the minds of many Americans over 40. In fact, half of all adults aged 40 and older worry that they’re likely to develop dementia, even though heart disease and cancer are far more prevalent.
While worrisome, dementia isn’t a forgone… See more

Many people don't like working out. They see is as a chore, despite knowing that regular exercise helps manage weight, lower stress, strengthen bones, improve sleep, elevate mood and ease some conditions.Experts also credit exercise with some… See more

It’s not news that processed red meats such as bacon, sausage, hot dogs, jerky and cold cuts have a bad health rap. Studies have tied them to the risk of obesity, heart disease, stomach cancer and colorectal cancer. Some researchers suspect that processed red meat can affect cognitive health, even… See more

Legendary National Football League quarterback Brett Favre was recently diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease (PD), a progressive and debilitating nervous system disorder that affects cognitive and motor abilities. In its early stages, symptoms develop slowly, are mild, and can be overlooked. For… See more

Does it seem like everyone around you is mumbling? Do you often ask people to repeat themselves? Is it difficult to keep up with group conversations? Can you hear well on the phone? Do people complain that your TV is too loud? If you said yes to these questions, you may be a candidate for a hearing… See more