Dementia
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Did you know poor sleep can shrink your brain? Doctor highlights 5 facts about brain health
Health | Apr 01, 2026, 08:07 PM ISTSimple daily patterns can impact brain function more than expected. Dr Kunal Sood highlights how sleep, stress, diet and hearing may influence cognitive health and long-term brain ageing.
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Lancet study identifies 6 early red flags linked to higher dementia risk
Health | Dec 19, 2025, 03:37 PM ISTA new Lancet Psychiatry study suggests certain emotional symptoms in midlife may signal dementia risk decades before memory problems appear.
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Surprisingly overlooked warning signs of dementia, according to a medical expert
Health | Sep 30, 2025, 01:25 PM ISTDementia is more than Alzheimer’s, with early signs like mood changes, paranoia, or social withdrawal often overlooked. Dr Samant Darshi highlights the need for memory clinics in India to detect symptoms early, support caregivers, and provide holistic dementia care.
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Breathing toxins: The link between air pollution and dementia
Health | Jul 29, 2025, 03:29 PM ISTYour brain may be more vulnerable than you think. A new study shows how everyday air pollution could quietly increase your risk of dementia. Here’s what to know.
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Walking THESE many steps a day can lower risk of death, dementia, depression; finds Lancet study
Health | Jul 26, 2025, 07:20 PM ISTAre you still walking 10,000 steps everyday? Need not do that anymore. A Lancet study found that walking only 7,000 steps a day could lower overall death risk, dementia, and depression. Read on to know more about the study.
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Treatment for high blood pressure may help reduce risk of dementia, finds clinical trial
Health | Apr 22, 2025, 04:20 PM ISTA new study found that addressing high blood pressure issues can help lower the risk of developing cognitive impairment and dementia. The study was published in the journal 'Nature Medicine' and included researchers from The University of Texas, US. Read on to know more.
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Adding THESE 5 foods to your mom’s diet can reduce risk of Dementia
Health | Sep 08, 2024, 05:56 PM ISTKnow about these five essential foods that can help reduce the risk of dementia when added to your mom's diet. Boost brain health naturally with these nutrient-rich options.
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Anxiety in older adults may triple risk of developing dementia: Study
Health | Jul 25, 2024, 09:02 AM ISTStudy links chronic anxiety to tripled dementia risk, especially in those aged 60-70. However, managing anxiety could significantly lower the risk, suggesting a potential preventive approach for dementia.
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Hormone therapy for breast cancer may be linked with lower dementia risk: Study
Health | Jul 17, 2024, 06:49 AM ISTStudy suggests hormone therapy for breast cancer may reduce the risk of dementia, especially in younger women. Researchers call for personalised treatment plans based on age and race.
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What is the impact of dementia on sleep? Know how to deal with it
Health | Jun 28, 2024, 07:00 PM ISTDementia has several impacts on sleep. In this article, we have explained how dementia affects sleep and ways to deal with it. If you want to stay away from the issue then you must follow these tips.
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What is Alzheimer's Disease? Know causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention of Dementia
Health | Jun 10, 2024, 09:44 AM ISTKnow the intricacies of Alzheimer's Disease, from its causes to symptoms, treatment, and prevention strategies. Explore the complexities of dementia and gain insights into managing and potentially mitigating its impact on loved ones and society.
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Vigorous physical activity could lower risk of dementia among people with high BP: Study
Health | Jun 07, 2024, 06:40 PM ISTNew study suggests vigorous exercise may lower dementia risk in older adults with high blood pressure, while those younger than 75 seemed to benefit more.
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No Smoking Day 2024: Know how smoking can lead to higher risk of dementia
Health | Mar 13, 2024, 12:57 PM ISTSmokers beware! Smoking raises dementia risk. Learn how smoking harms the brain & get expert tips to quit smoking and protect your brain health.
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Sitting daily over 10 hours may develop dementia in adults, finds study
Health | Sep 15, 2023, 01:14 PM ISTThe study has revealed that a sedentary lifestyle with a lot of sitting and lying down, with very little to no exercise accumulated over the day didn’t matter as much as the total time spent sedentary each day.
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Dementia: Signs you should never ignore
Health | Jun 01, 2023, 04:05 PM ISTDementia is the leading cause of death, while Alzheimer’s causes more than two thirds of cases.
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Exposure to air pollution can increase risk of dementia, according to a study
Health | Apr 14, 2023, 12:24 PM ISTGlobally, dementia affects more than 57 million people, and the number of cases is growing. Evidence shows that increasing air pollution can be a causal factor.
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‘Bone health is linked with dementia’ reveals a newly published study
Health | Mar 24, 2023, 08:00 PM ISTPeople with low bone density may have a higher risk of developing dementia than those with high bone density, as per a recent study.
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AI study finds over 10 million elderly Indians have dementia
Health | Mar 12, 2023, 02:30 PM ISTA new study published in the journal Neuroepidemiology reveals that over 10 million older adults aged 60 or more in India may have dementia. The study utilized artificial intelligence (AI) and revealed a dementia prevalence rate of 8.44%, equivalent to 10.08 million older adults in India.
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International Women's Day 2023: Lifestyle habits for women to reduce dementia risk
Health | Mar 07, 2023, 01:30 PM ISTInternational Women's Day 2023: Dementia is a condition that can impact an individual's quality of life. However, there are simple lifestyle changes that women can adopt to help lower their risk of developing this condition.
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Diabetes, heart disease increase dementia risk: Study
Health | Jun 19, 2022, 10:27 PM ISTType 2 diabetes, heart diseases and stroke, so-called cardiometabolic diseases, are some of the main risk factors for dementia.