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Lifestyle Guru B. Smith Dies at 70 From Early Onset-Alzheimer's Disease—Here's What That Means

Lifestyle Guru B. Smith Dies at 70 From Early Onset-Alzheimer's Disease—Here's What That Means

She began experiencing symptoms like forgetfulness in her early 60s.

Tony Hawk’s Mom Dies After 'Decade-Long Battle' with Alzheimer's: 'Thanks for Everything Mom'

Tony Hawk’s Mom Dies After 'Decade-Long Battle' with Alzheimer's: 'Thanks for Everything Mom'

The retired professional skateboarder announced his mother's death on Monday.

Can Alzheimer’s Be Stopped? Here’s What the Latest Research Says

Can Alzheimer’s Be Stopped? Here’s What the Latest Research Says

These lifestyle habits could protect your mental health down the road, scientists say.

Here's How a Doctor Explains the Difference Between Alzheimer's and Dementia

Here's How a Doctor Explains the Difference Between Alzheimer's and Dementia

It's not as simple as just diagnosing one or the other.

B. Smith’s Step-Daughter Says Friends Like Whoopi Goldberg 'Know Nothing' About B.'s Alzheimer’s

B. Smith’s Step-Daughter Says Friends Like Whoopi Goldberg 'Know Nothing' About B.'s Alzheimer’s

Whoopi Goldberg used her talk show to castigate Dan for allowing The Washington Post to take video of Smith.

B. Smith’s Husband Responds to Criticism Over New Girlfriend Amid Wife's Alzheimer’s Battle

B. Smith’s Husband Responds to Criticism Over New Girlfriend Amid Wife's Alzheimer’s Battle

Gasby has been the subject of criticism since he first went public with Lerner in December.

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My Dad Was Diagnosed With Early-Onset Alzheimer's and I’m Only 26—Here’s What Taking Care of Him Is Really Like

My Dad Was Diagnosed With Early-Onset Alzheimer's and I’m Only 26—Here’s What Taking Care of Him Is Really Like

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This Diet Could Cut Your Risk of Dementia, Heart Disease, and Cancer—and Help You Lose Weight, Too

Taking Care of Your Teeth May Help Prevent Alzheimer's Disease

Brush, brush, brush—for your brain.

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Being Sleepy During the Day Could Be a Warning Sign of Alzheimer’s

Being Sleepy During the Day Could Be a Warning Sign of Alzheimer’s

Inside One Couple’s Experimental Treatment to Battle Alzheimer’s Disease

Inside One Couple’s Experimental Treatment to Battle Alzheimer’s Disease

Young People's Blood Could Help Treat Alzheimer's

Young People's Blood Could Help Treat Alzheimer's

7 Ways to Protect Your Memory

7 Ways to Protect Your Memory

This Bride Planned Her Wedding in a Month So Her Mom With Alzheimer’s Disease Could Watch Her Say ‘I Do’

This Bride Planned Her Wedding in a Month So Her Mom With Alzheimer’s Disease Could Watch Her Say ‘I Do’

The Surprising Link Between Your Nightly Wine Habit and a Better Memory

The Surprising Link Between Your Nightly Wine Habit and a Better Memory

Doctors Say a Third of Dementia Cases Could be Prevented

Doctors Say a Third of Dementia Cases Could be Prevented

Stressful Events Can Age the Brain by up to 4 Years

Stressful Events Can Age the Brain by up to 4 Years

The Powerful Way Getting a Good Night's Sleep May Protect Your Brain

The Powerful Way Getting a Good Night's Sleep May Protect Your Brain

How Exercise May Protect the Brain From Alzheimer’s Disease

How Exercise May Protect the Brain From Alzheimer’s Disease

Exercise Can Prevent and Treat Alzheimer’s Disease—If You Do It Right

Exercise Can Prevent and Treat Alzheimer’s Disease—If You Do It Right

Why Caregiving Is Putting a Strain on Women

Why Caregiving Is Putting a Strain on Women

A Daily Diet Soda Habit May Be Linked to Dementia

A Daily Diet Soda Habit May Be Linked to Dementia

To Help Ward Off Alzheimer’s, Think Before You Eat

To Help Ward Off Alzheimer’s, Think Before You Eat

David Cassidy Isn't the First Person in His Family to Battle Dementia

David Cassidy Isn't the First Person in His Family to Battle Dementia

These 4 Activities Protect Against Mental Decline

These 4 Activities Protect Against Mental Decline

Concussions May Be More Hazardous for People at Risk for Alzheimer's

Concussions May Be More Hazardous for People at Risk for Alzheimer's

This Type of Exercise May Guard Against Dementia

This Type of Exercise May Guard Against Dementia

Here Are the Warning Signs for Early-Onset Alzheimer’s

Here Are the Warning Signs for Early-Onset Alzheimer’s

A Promising Alzheimer’s Drug Doesn’t Work After All

A Promising Alzheimer’s Drug Doesn’t Work After All

Dementia Rates Are Actually Dropping, Study Finds

Dementia Rates Are Actually Dropping, Study Finds

7 Warning Signs of Dementia to Look For in Loved Ones

7 Warning Signs of Dementia to Look For in Loved Ones

Yes, Brain Games Improve Memory, But Only Under Some Circumstances

Yes, Brain Games Improve Memory, But Only Under Some Circumstances

Can Probiotics Help People With Alzheimer’s? Study Shows Promise

Can Probiotics Help People With Alzheimer’s? Study Shows Promise

The Surprising Link Between Loneliness and Alzheimer's

The Surprising Link Between Loneliness and Alzheimer's