Every 40 seconds, someone in the United States has a stroke. It’s the fifth leading cause of death and a major cause of disability, but here’s the encouraging news: up to 80% of strokes are ...

People who use a hearing aid before the age of 70 can dramatically reduce their risk of dementia, new research shows. Dementia, which is the loss of cognitive functioning, affects more than six ...

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ORLANDO, Fla. — A recent study reveals that exercising in middle age or later can significantly reduce the risk of dementia. The study found that individuals who engage in physical activity during ...