Monica Horsley 10/4/26 Monica Horsley 10/4/26

3 Habits of ‘SuperAgers’

What’s the secret to staying sharp well into your 80s and beyond? Research on “SuperAgers” reveals three surprisingly simple habits that may help keep your brain healthy and resilient as you age.

Monica Horsley 8/9/26 Monica Horsley 8/9/26

Avoiding Common Pitfalls in Dementia Care

Caring for someone living with dementia can be both meaningful and challenging. Learn how a few simple shifts in communication, routine, and self-care can help you avoid common pitfalls and create calmer, more positive days.

Monica Horsley 8/3/25 Monica Horsley 8/3/25

Sundowning: What to know if your loved one with dementia experiences late-day symptoms

Sundowning is a common behavior in people with dementia, including those with Alzheimer's disease. If your loved one with dementia has sundowning syndrome, there are things you can do to help.

Monica Horsley 7/1/25 Monica Horsley 7/1/25

This common over-the-counter drug could be linked to dementia

A commonly used over-the-counter medication that can provide allergy and cold relief or serve as a sleep aid may increase a person’s risk of dementia.

Monica Horsley 6/1/25 Monica Horsley 6/1/25

Dementia vs. Alzheimer's Disease: What is the Difference?

Dementia is an umbrella term that describes a collection of symptoms (cognitive, functional, and behavioral) that are caused by specific diseases.

Monica Horsley 6/1/25 Monica Horsley 6/1/25

Norfolk man with Alzheimer’s sees results with new FDA-approved drug

There are 164,000 people in Virginia age 65 and older who suffer from Alzheimer’s, but two new drugs approved by the Food and Drug Administration could offer hope to those in the early stages.

Monica Horsley 5/1/25 Monica Horsley 5/1/25

10 Ways to Keep Your Mind Healthy in 2025

There are some tried-and-true habits to help you feel sharp, alive, and well in the coming year — and they’re easy to practice. Adopting even just one of these easy strategies can make a meaningful difference in how you feel and function.

Monica Horsley 5/1/25 Monica Horsley 5/1/25

How to Cut Your Dementia Risk: 7 Key Lessons From the World’s Best Studies

Global dementia cases, driven mainly by population growth and enhanced life expectancy, are skyrocketing at the moment. Experts anticipate that by 2050, 153 million people could be living with the disease, triple the number today.