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HEALTH & WELLNESS S P E C I A L S E C T I O N
judgment, and visual perception.
At least two of the aforementioned
symptoms must be severely impaired
to indicate signs of dementia. Usually
the signs and symptoms are progressive
and get worse over time. If caught early
by a health care professional, some
symptoms can be treated. One of the
most common types of dementia is
Alzheimer’s disease.
Alzheimer’s accounts for 60 to 80
percent of all dementia cases. It causes
severe problems with daily tasks that
involve memory, thinking and behavior.
It is not a normal part of aging, but the
greatest known risk factor is increasing
age since the disease is progressive.
While it is most common in people
over the age of 65, younger-onset
Alzheimer’s is found in five percent of
people as young as their 40s.
According to the Alzheimer’s
Association, evidence shows that
incorporating the following habits
will keep you fit both physically
and mentally:
• Heart Health – Obesity, high
blood pressure and diabetes—all
risk factors for cardiovascular
disease—negatively impact your
cognitive health. Cardiovascular
activity increases blood flow to the
brain and body, reducing the risk of
cognitive decline.
• Helmet Up! – Brain injury is one of
the leading causes of dementia and
cognitive decline. Play it smart and
always wear a helmet to protect from
brain injury.
• Sleep Tight – Have you ever stayed
up late, only to find you’re forgetful
and mentally lethargic the next day?
Not getting enough sleep can result
in lower brain function, affecting
memory and thinking.
• Be a Social Butterfly – Staying
active with friends and loved ones
may support brain health as well.
A recent study from the Women’s
Healthy Aging Project found that
babysitting grandchildren could
lower the risk of Alzheimer’s.
• Challenge Yourself – Enjoy
crossword puzzles or painting? Keep
your brain challenged by doing
something new each day, whether it
is learning a new language, doing a
jigsaw puzzle or reading a book!
Eye and Ear Health
Hearing and vision are two essential
parts of our everyday lives. Yet there are
many individuals who let ear and eye
problems go unattended. Ear and eye
health is equally as important as taking
care of the rest of the body and should
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