People with shorter protective caps at the end of their chromosomes (called telomeres) may be more likely to develop age-related brain diseases such as stroke, dementia and late-life depression ...

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Shorter telomeres are linked to higher risks of stroke, dementia, and depression, but lifestyle factors may help counteract ...

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His geriatric doctor said "no" to prescribing medication to help slow down the disease. The doctor said his pulse rate is low ...

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Older adults whose cholesterol changes over time may be more likely to develop dementia than people whose cholesterol is ...