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Untreated diabetes and dementia are closely linked. Research shows that when blood sugar remains high for long periods and diabetes is not well controlled, the risk of dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, rises clearly above that of people without diabetes or…

Is maternal drug use during pregnancy linked to cerebral palsy? This is a difficult question, because there is no single cause of cerebral palsy and many pregnancies involve both medical problems and medications at the same time. Most experts agree…

Can repeated concussions lead to Alzheimer’s? Scientists are increasingly worried that they might. Research shows that traumatic brain injuries, including concussions, can raise the risk of later dementia, and may help set in motion some of the same brain changes…

Does Alcohol Impair Brain Healing After Injury? When your brain suffers an injury like a concussion, your body enters a critical healing phase. During this time, alcohol can significantly interfere with recovery and create serious complications. Understanding why alcohol and…

Can Viral Infections Damage Memory Permanently? Viral infections can cause lasting changes to the brain that affect memory and cognitive function, even after a person has physically recovered from the illness. Recent research demonstrates that these neurological effects may persist…

Cerebral palsy is a lifelong condition that affects movement, posture, and muscle control. It happens when a baby’s developing brain is damaged or does not develop normally, most often before birth or around the time of delivery. Parents often wonder…

head trauma is a topic many families navigating dementia care want answered clearly. This article explains what head trauma means for daily life, what to expect, and what families can do today. It draws on guidance from the National Institute…

Cerebral palsy is one of the most common physical disabilities starting in childhood. It happens when the developing brain is damaged or does not form properly, most often before birth or shortly after. Parents who smoke or are exposed to…

Dehydration in older adults can absolutely cause confusion that looks very much like dementia, and in some cases it can appear quite suddenly and severely. Because of this, dehydration is one of the first things doctors often check when a…

Breech birth means a baby is positioned to come out feet or buttocks first instead of head first. It is well known that breech deliveries carry higher risks for both mother and baby, including problems that can sometimes lead to…