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Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a type of dementia that is most common in people over the age of 65. There is… Alzheimer’s disease is called a progressive disease. This means that its symptoms usually start slowly and are mild. A person’s cognitive (brain) and functional (self-care)…
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Nourish Your Brain
A healthy brain is just as important as a healthy body. Many of the things you do to keep your… cure for Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers are working to find a way to delay or prevent Alzheimer’s disease. Until then, taking care of your body and…
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Head Injuries
Head injuries can cause harm to your brain, skull, or scalp. There are many types including concussion, brain contusion, skull… brain. Most of the time, people remain conscious. They may feel dazed, have visual changes, headaches, neck pain, or other changes in cognitive function. Brain…
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Dementia
Dementia is a group of symptoms often caused by changes in brain structure. It often occurs in older people but… memory lapses and foggy thinking may bother someone who has dementia. Later, disruptive behavior and other problems can create a burden for caregivers and family…
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Exercise and Seniors
Some form of regular exercise is important for older adults… or delays diseases, such as heart disease, diabetes, or osteoporosis. It can improve your mood and fight off depression. It may improve cognitive function (how your brain works). It is safe for most adults over…
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Different Types of Mental Health Treatment
There are many treatments available for mental health problems. Talk to your doctor about finding the right one for… on relaxation exercises and coping skills as well as stress management. There are many types of talk therapy. Some common ones include cognitive behavioral therapy or…
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ADHD in Children: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Support
ADHD is one of the most common developmental disorders of childhood, associated with inattention, hyperactivity, and/or impulsivity… What is ADHD in children? ADHD is one of the most common developmental disorders of childhood, associated with an ongoing pattern of inattention, hyperactivity, and/or impulsivity. Symptoms of…
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Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a mental illness that interferes with the way you think, feel, and behave… What is schizophrenia? Schizophrenia is a serious mental illness that interferes with the way you think, feel, and act. It makes it hard for you to think clearly and make decisions…
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Oppositional Defiant Disorder
Oppositional defiant disorder, or ODD, is a behavior condition that affects children and teens. Those who have it are angry,… What is oppositional defiant disorder? Oppositional defiant disorder, or ODD, is a behavior condition that affects children and teens. Those who have it are angry,…
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Therapy and Counseling
Professional therapy and counseling can improve your mental wellness… Professional therapy and counseling can improve your mental wellness. This therapy can help people who are experiencing emotional or behavioral problems. Also, it can help people who have a mental health disorder. Therapy is sometimes called…
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Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s disease is a movement disorder that affects the nervous system and causes tremors, slowed movements and stiff muscles… What is Parkinson’s disease? Parkinson’s disease is a kind of movement disorder. It affects the nervous system and causes problems with muscle movement. It is…
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Mind/Body Connection: How Your Emotions Affect Your Health
People who have good emotional health are aware of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. They cope well with stress and… Good emotional health starts with being aware of your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Learning healthy ways to cope with stress and problems is a…
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Social Phobia
Social phobia is an anxiety disorder. It is an irrational fear of being judged by others during social situations… What is social phobia? Social phobia, also called social anxiety disorder, is a fear of being judged by others during social situations. This includes, work, parties,…
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Learn how to better protect yourself from COVID-19… COVID-19 is a disease caused by a coronavirus called SARS-CoV-2, which was identified in 2019. Coronaviruses mutate (change) into new and different variants. However, they remain infectious to people and some animals. The infection spreads through respiratory…
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Optimizing Your Gut Health: Tips, Myths, and the Gut-Brain Connection
Good gut health improves your physical health, mental well-being, and boosts your immunity against infection… You’ve likely had that “gut” feeling about an important decision in your life. But your gut can also alert you to something physical. Your gut is a short name for…
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Hearing: Noise-Induced Hearing Loss
Noise-induced hearing loss normally occurs from regular exposure to loud noises… What is noise-induced hearing loss? Noise-induced hearing loss is permanent hearing loss that is caused by being around loud noises over a long period of time. It also can occur after you are…
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Headaches
There are several different types of headaches. Migraines and tension headaches are the most common… What are headaches? A headache is a pain that occurs in your head, upper neck or even your face. There are several different types of headaches. Migraines and tension…
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Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
COVID-19 is highly contagious and does not yet have an approved vaccine. Symptoms may include a cough, a fever, and… COVID-19 is a disease caused by a coronavirus call SARS-CoV-2. Coronaviruses, which infect people and some animals, spread through respiratory droplets from coughing, sneezing,…
