Brain Health for Older Adults

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Whether you're concerned about your memory, are looking for ways to sharpen your mind, or want to learn how better sleep can improve your mood, delve into our information on brain health.

Brain fog and memory loss are common menopause symptoms. Following these tips can help.

May 1, 2023

How to Handle Menopause Brain Fog Read Article

Apr 19, 2023

How Brain Donation Can Help Scientists Understand Mental Illness, Dementia, and More Read Article

Apr 19, 2023

How Sleep Affects Your Health Read Article

Feb 15, 2023

Heavy Alzheimer's Disease Burden Among Latinos a Complex Puzzle Read Article

MHP Salud offers a chronic disease management tool that can be used to track the management of a chronic condition(s).

Apr 18, 2022

How to Track Your Chronic Disease and Symptoms Through an Easy-to-Use Tool Read Article

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Jan 12, 2022

What You Need to Know About Aduhelm Read Article

The Top 10 Most Common Chronic Conditions in Older Adults

Eighty percent of adults 65 and older have at least one chronic condition, while 68% have two or more. Learn more about the most common chronic medical conditions and how you can prevent or manage them.

Worried about your heart health? See which conditions qualify as heart disease and what services, like cardiovascular screenings, that Medicare will cover.

A senior woman is sitting in her house, full of boxes that are packed - looking at a photo album and remembering the past.

Aug 24, 2021

The Widowhood Effect: How to Survive the Loss of a Spouse Read Article

Aug 4, 2021

The Power of Looking Longer and Listening More in Online Arts Programs Read Article

Jun 11, 2021

Know the 10 Signs of Alzheimer's: Early Detection Matters Read Article

Jun 8, 2021

How to Improve Your Cognitive Function by Engaging with Art Read Article

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Getting adequate, restful sleep is important for health and longevity. Try these tips to improve your sleep quality.

Apr 30, 2021

'May' You Sleep Better for Health and Longevity

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How Excess Weight Impacts Our Mental and Emotional Health

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Mar 31, 2021

COVID-Driven Isolation Can Be Dangerous for Older Adults

Find out how establishing a sleep-friendly daytime and nighttime routine can be restorative and boost your immune system.

Mar 8, 2021

Sleeping Well in Stressful Times

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