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December 16, 2025

What Causes Hallucinations in Seniors?

When your loved one starts seeing or hearing things that aren’t there, it can feel frightening and overwhelming. You might […]

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September 24, 2025

Does Reading Improve Memory?

Key Takeaways Have you ever lost yourself in a good book, only to resurface hours later feeling mentally sharper? Reading […]

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March 31, 2025

Can Aspartame Cause Alzheimer’s?

Alzheimer’s disease is a complex condition. It causes unusual symptoms, and it’s not entirely memory-related. This condition can be caused […]

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November 14, 2024

What Are the 4 A’s of Alzheimer’s Symptoms?

There are 4 main categories of Alzheimer’s symptoms, known as the 4 A’s: amnesia, aphasia, agnosia, and apraxia. […]

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