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Tips To Boost Your Health as You Age

Learn about lifestyle changes that can help you live longer and better in this NIA infographic. Download, print, and share with your friends and family.
Tips To Boost Health As You Age Infographic. Click to open infographic page and read transcript.

Stroke: Signs, Causes, and Treatment

Know the symptoms of a stroke and when to call 911 right away. Learn about ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, TIA, or mini-strokes, and risk factors for stroke.
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How the Aging Brain Affects Thinking

As people age, the brain naturally changes, affecting memory, learning, and other cognitive functions. Get information about these changes and what they mean.
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Cognitive Health and Older Adults

Curious about your cognitive health? See what steps you can take to help care for your brain, including physical and mental health.
Asian Indian and East Asian women laughing

Do Memory Problems Always Mean Alzheimer's Disease?

Learn how to tell the difference between normal age-related memory loss and signs of a more serious problem like mild cognitive impairment or dementia. Sometimes, forgetfulness is caused by a treatable health condition.
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