Faulty sense of direction may predict Alzheimer’s … Prebiotics could help cognitive function … Low healthcare quality linked to higher dementia risk, and structural changes could help … Cognitive...
Also in the News for Friday, Mar. 1, 2024
By
Kimberly Marselas
Mar 01, 2024
Nursing home adopts 4-day work weeks for frontline nursing staff … Bill would establish federal grants for state ‘multisector plans for aging’ … CMS fines owners of abruptly closed St. Louis nursing...
Bilingualism, higher education in life offers some cognitive protection in aging
By
Kristen Fischer
Feb 26, 2024
People who are bilingual throughout their lives, and use dual languages in everyday life, have some protection against cognitive impairment, a new study finds.
Amyloid buildup, small vessel disease tied to cognitive function in older adults with type 2 diabetes
By
Kristen Fischer
Feb 05, 2024
Scientists don’t have all the answers when it comes to understanding the link between diabetes and cognitive decline, especially when it comes to biomarkers for Alzheimer’s disease.
Long COVID linked to slower responses on cognitive tests
By
Kristen Fischer
Jan 31, 2024
People who had long COVID had a significant lag in how fast they responded on cognitive tests, according to a new report.
Trial: Daily multivitamin can boost memory, slow cognitive aging in older adults
By
Kristen Fischer
Jan 19, 2024
Older adults who take multivitamins every day can improve their memory and slow cognitive aging, a new study finds.
Researchers spot whose cognitive ability may shift during dementia trials
By
Kristen Fischer
Jan 17, 2024
People who changed cognitive status from impaired to normal during clinical trials tend to be younger, have better cognition and be negative for amyloid biomarkers, according to a new study.
Clinical briefs for Tuesday, Jan. 9
By
Kristen Fischer
Jan 09, 2024
Weight loss surgery could slow cognitive decline, study finds … Gene discovery has potential to prevent hearing loss … Mobile app use could reduce tinnitus … Florida gets FDA approval to import cheaper...
Eat up, older adults: Certain nutrients linked to better cognitive function
By
Kristen Fischer
Dec 08, 2023
Several nutrients are linked with cognitive function and mood in older adults, according to a new report.
Clinical briefs for Friday, Dec. 8
By
Kristen Fischer
Dec 08, 2023
Cocoa supplements linked to cognitive benefits in older adults … Device collects blood from fingertips, bypassing vein draws … Study finds moderate link between hearing impairment, dementia risk in...