Is hearing loss affecting your memory?

Is hearing loss affecting your memory?

Hearing loss is very common and it affects people of all ages. Main causes include hereditary factors, noise exposure, trauma and ear disease.  And, of course, age. Hearing loss is usually gradual. In the beginning, it takes away the beginning of the sentence, the...
Your ‘Learning Style’ and Memory.

Your ‘Learning Style’ and Memory.

Did you know that there are three main ways that we learn? And that usually, ONE of those styles will suit you best? How well you remember might depend on HOW it was presented to you? “That’s why some people have left school believing that they...
Gillian Eadie on ‘Kiwi Living’, TV One

Gillian Eadie on ‘Kiwi Living’, TV One

TV One in New Zealand has a lifestyle show, Kiwi Living. Memory Foundation co-founder, Gillian Eadie, was interviewed by show host, Monty Beetham (who has a stellar career in rugby league, boxing and his charity, Steps for Life). See the memory tips and techniques for...
Dementia on the Decline – UK

Dementia on the Decline – UK

Great news from Professor A. David Smith, University of Oxford Twenty years ago, the catch-cry was ‘eat well and take exercise to keep your heart healthy’. Do you remember that? You might still be making those lifestyle changes! If you have, You have been...
Prevent Alzheimer’s? Yes, we can!

Prevent Alzheimer’s? Yes, we can!

A packed audience sat enthralled as Emeritus Professor A. David Smith (University of Oxford, UK) spoke of his research into novel treatments and techniques for Alzheimer’s disease and Dementia. Then came this question from the audience: “Can we prevent...
Ease Neck and Shoulder Pain

Ease Neck and Shoulder Pain

Calling all Desk Jockeys! Any task that encourages you to sit in one position for long hours can wreak havoc on posture. Even enjoyable hours whiled away with an e-reader or a tablet may have that effect — and worse. Holding a tablet too low in your lap can force the...