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The medical field has always struggled with inevitability because its primary mission is to prevent or delay death. This fact creates an internal tension and can impact and shape many aspects of medicine from diagnosis to therapeutic approaches. Historically, the struggle with inevitability found fertile ground within certain human diseases, some of which are now affecting an ever-growing number of individuals. The first example that comes to my mind relates to cardiovascular

The human brain is the master regulator in charge of receiving, interpreting, and responding to various sensory inputs from the environment. However, disturbances of this process have an effect on general brain health and can manifest as hyper-sensitivity, or hypo-sensitivity thereby impinging upon an individual's capacity to function optimally in daily life. The five senses: sight, smell, touch, taste and hearing. The “sensory diet” is not food but a program of structured ac

Usually when we think of a vaccine, we imagine a substance that is administered to stimulate an individual's immune response to a...

Mitochondria are vital to brain health. Research indicates that abnormalities a among the earliest indicators of Alzheimer's disease.

Which, genetics vs. postal code, is likely the most impactful on our longevity? One might be surprised to learn that a study points to the significant and more poignant impact of our postal code, and the environmental, health, food factors associated vs. the genetic code with which we are born.

Overall, the report unveils in the 2025 facts and figures the tremendous burden that Alzheimer's disease and dementia poses on the individuals affected, the caregivers, the government and the nation's health care system.

There may be cognitive benefits of dance for dementia and brain health, possibly playing a role in preventing or slowing decline.

Parkinson's Disease (PD) is more than just a medical condition; it impacts the lives of millions around the world. Since its initial diagnosis in the early 19th century, thanks to substantial research, many strides in Parkinson's disease and clinical focus have evolved our understanding of this complex neurodegenerative disease.

The macro importance of micronutrients is clear. Without them there can be serious health consequences. What, why and how of micronutrients.

Sleep is the ultimate brain fuel needed to cleanse, recharge and reboot. Learn about the glymphatic system and the importance of good sleep.

Do you have anxiety or concerns about visiting a friend with dementia? Ask questions and reach out before you go to make it meaningful.

Despite the exponentially growing numbers of those diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease; the battle to reframe perceptions and words we use to