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…
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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…
Untreated high blood pressure, also called hypertension, can raise the risk of dementia, especially if it starts in midlife and stays uncontrolled for many years.[1][5][7] It does not mean that everyone with high blood pressure will develop dementia, but it…
Long term smoking can damage memory pathways in the brain, especially when the habit starts early in life or continues for many years. The same nicotine that can briefly sharpen attention can, over time, interfere with the brain’s wiring, blood…
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Poor sleep hygiene seems to raise the likelihood of dementia over time, especially when problems with sleep are severe or long lasting. Researchers now see unhealthy sleep as one of several lifestyle risks that can be changed to help protect…