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Gardening ‘halves dementia risk’

Gardening ‘halves dementia risk’

Older people can halve their risk of dementia simply by gardening, dancing or going for brisk walks, according to new research. The study shows that virtually any type of aerobic activity boosts the a ...
Gum disease speeds up Alzheimer’s decline

Gum disease speeds up Alzheimer’s decline

Gum disease causes a greater loss of memory and thinking in people suffering the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease, a new study warned. Periodontitis or gum disease causes a six fold increase ...