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  • Brain Health

Old Dogs Can Learn New Tricks | Neuroplasticity with Dr. Michael Merzenich

Neuroscientist Dr. Michael Merzenich shares why aging minds can stay sharp—and how science proves we can keep learning at any age.

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What Do the Brain Docs Say?

Review 5 simple steps we can all begin taking to build a bolder brain.

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Father & Son Duo Taking Alzheimer’s One Mile at a Time

Travis and Mark Macy are a father and son who spent a lifetime together pushing their physical limits by participating…

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Jennifer Field
  • Brain Health

Growing Bolder with Jennifer Field

Jennifer Field took on a courageous, relentless and ongoing quest to regain the life she nearly lost in a car accident. Hers is an incredible story of resilience, bravery and regrowth.

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  • Mental Health

Cutting Edge Memory Care: Creating a New Narrative

Amazing things are happening in the world of memory care. Check out four areas of focus you may not have heard much about.

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The Hippocampus | On My Mind

Marc Middleton shares what we can do to help prevent against cognitive decline.

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  • Brain Health

5 Brain Games to Improve Memory

Forgetfulness can be a normal part of aging or be caused by a variety of causes. And everyone has occasional lapses. Here are five brain games to improve memory.

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  • Fitness

Benefits of Tai Chi Include Balance, Brain Stimulation

The benefits of Tai chi are many, including balance and brain stimulation. It’s a great stress reducer as well.

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5 Tips to Improve Brain Health

Curious how you can improve your brain health as you age? We’ve outlined common habits you should avoid and some simple things you can start doing now to improve your brain health.

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  • Brain Health

The Path to Better Brain Health

The fight against Alzheimer’s disease is a year-long effort. Our partners at Aviv Clinics offer tips for boosting your brain health, essential preventative medicine for older adults.

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Alzheimer’s Drug Treatment
  • Health

FDA Approves Aducanumab, First New Alzheimer’s Disease Treatment in Nearly 20 Years

The fight to end Alzheimer’s disease hit a significant benchmark Monday with the first ever Food and Drug Administration approved treatment for the underlying…

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  • Mental Health

Naome Bradshaw – Tracing Trauma

Naome Bradshaw describes herself as a mom, wife, singer and friend. But mostly she’s a survivor. The trauma she survived in her past colors everything about her present.

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