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Brain Health & Conditions

What’s the Difference Between a Neurologist and a Neurosurgeon?

Rush experts explain what you should know about these different — yet related — specialties that often work with each other

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Alzheimer’s Disease

RUSH Researchers Receive Grant to Study Dementia Therapy Device

Wearable tool aims to reduce agitation in people with dementia

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COVID-19

Could COVID-19 Raise Risk for Dementia?

Rush researchers seeking answer in NIH-funded study

keto diet
Food & Nutrition

Is the Keto Diet Right for You?

For the right person who's ready to commit to a healthy lifestyle, the keto diet can offer surprising benefits

Brain Health & Conditions

Preventing Memory Loss

Rush neurologist Ligia Rioja, MD, explains what can cause memory loss, and what you can do to prevent it

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Food & Nutrition

The Skinny on 7 Diet Trends

Which plans work best for weight loss and overall health

Alzheimer’s Disease

Alzheimer's Researcher David Bennett, MD

Rush Alzheimer's Disease Center Director David Bennett, MD, on the search for treatment options for Alzheimer's and dementia.

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Healthy Aging & Caregiving

Daily Leafy Greens May Slow Cognitive Decline

Eating one serving of leafy green vegetables a day may help preserve memory

Rush News Article
Brain Health & Conditions

New Gene Discovered Associated With Tau Pathology

Tau pathology is one of the defining features of Alzheimer disease

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Alzheimer’s Disease

Talking About Memory Loss

A geriatrician offers advice to help guide this difficult but important conversation