Brain Health / Cognition

For many, the approach of Valentine’s Day does not necessarily include a romantic interlude with your honey, but rather an opportunity to express your love and affection for your “Galentine,” that is, a moment dedicated to expressions of love and gratitude for deep friendships. As Euripides once said, “One loyal…

There’s no doubt that today’s technology is a double-edged sword. It allows us to meet new people, sustain long-distance relationships, and explore new possibilities, all at our fingertips. Never before has such a breadth and depth of knowledge and opportunities been so accessible to so many. Yet at the same…

We are still knee deep in the winter viral season, and flu activity, along with RSV and COVID, continues to remain problematic, and in some states, the number of cases is still rising. However, despite the vulnerability of older adults to the ravages of these diseases, the vaccination rates for…

So, did you make a “healthy living” resolution on New Year’s Eve? Have you started going to a gym, watching what you eat, or maybe getting into bed earlier? Do you feel motivated to stick to your resolutions, or are you already starting to see yourself sliding back into old…

You walk into a room in your house and promptly forget why you did so. Or you start an online purchase and forget your zipcode when prompted. Or maybe you’re out running an errand and momentarily forget the name of the acquaintance you bump into. Are you losing your mind?…

You may think this is the wrong time of year to suggest you go out for a walk. And you’re correct in that snowy or slippery surfaces, and freezing temperatures, are neither inviting nor necessarily safe for outdoor activity. So we’ll cut you some slack (and perhaps suggest a treadmill…