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16 WWW.UNWLA.ORG “НАШЕ ЖИТТЯ”, БЕРЕЗЕНЬ 2016 Mental exercise. Brain games are the gym for the brain. Studies show that the brain can improve and rewire itself through activity and learning new skills. Brain games are available at www.luminosity.com, www.minddabble.com, www.readtheory.org, and other websites. These games challenge your rational and mental flexibility and speed; they help with impulse control and avoiding errors while boosting crea- tive problem solving. Numerous and frequent social interactions. A number of studies indicate that maintaining strong social connections and keeping mentally active as we age might lower the risk of cognitive decline and Alzheimer's. Factors That Increase Risk of Alzheimer's When sleep is disrupted, a sticky protein called “beta-amyloid” begins to damage the brain by spurring brain-clogging gunk that in turn further interrupts shut-eye. This occurs long before people have trouble with memory. The combination of surgery and anesthesia can affect brain volume and thinking. Some people recover, but others do not. In studies, women had more evidence of brain shrinkage, and decline was observed to be faster in women than in men. Those who also have high cholesterol and high blood pressure have six times the risk of Alzheimer’s. Any condition that damages your heart or blood vessels can affect your brain’s blood supply. Joining a Current Trial When you join a clinical trial, you have an opportunity to participate in vital research that could change the course of Alzheimer’s disease and improve the lives of all those affected by it. In fact, people with Alzheimer's, caregivers, and healthy volunteers are needed today to participate in Alzheimer's and de- mentia research. The Alzheimer's Association’s website (www.alz.org) has a link to TrialMatch—a free, easy-to-use clinical studies matching service that connects individuals with Alzheimer's, caregivers, healthy volunteers, and physicians engaged in current studies. TrialMatch database of Alzheimer's clini- cal trials includes more than 225 promising clinical studies being conducted at nearly 700 trials sites across the country and is updated continuously. You can access information about this at www.alz.org online; for additional assistance, email trialmatch@alz.org or call 800-272-3900. Suggestions for UNWLA Branches Ask your Social Services Chair to contact the various social services organizations in your state or county for information. Examples of the numerous free social services that may be available in your location in- clude adult day care programs and transportation as well as access to elder law attorneys, geriatric care managers, and referral services. Note from author: Before retiring from my job as a Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) for major insurance companies I worked with medical claims personnel on medical conditions, treatments, and phar- maceutical trials. I originally began this research for an Alzheimer’s caregiver. Several persons read what I learned, asked for additional information, and suggested that I send it to OUR LIFE. This article is the result of the journey. ATTENTION AUTHORS Please send in your submissions, questions, and suggestions in Ukrainian or in English to the email address printed on the front inside cover of Our Life : unwlaourlife@gmail.com
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