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How does eating cranberries and maintaining your walk speed reduce your risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease? More than you might think.  What Your Walk Speed Reveals About Your Health The signs that healthcare professionals use to determine the state of your physical and mental health can be surprising. One of the more unexpected signs of a decline in health is your gait including the speed of your walk.  A slower walk often signals frailty. Recent...

The holiday season is supposed to be a joyful occasion, but for Alzheimer’s patients and their caregivers, the holidays can be anything but wonderful. The good news is, caregivers and their Alzheimer's patient can reclaim the joy of the season with a few adjustments to your holiday traditions and schedule, and with the right mindset. Check out these suggestions and tips from experts in the study and care of Alzheimer’s disease. Don’t make major changes in...