Lack of purpose in life linked to cognitive decline, study finds
By
John Roszkowski
Sep 18, 2023
Older adults who are experiencing cognitive decline may have increased feelings of a lack of purpose in life, according to new research.
Study: Disabilities fell overall across decade, but cognitive issues persisted in Black Americans
By
Kristen Fischer
Aug 31, 2023
While certain disabilities declined in the decade from 2008 to 2017 among older adults, Black people experienced more cognitive problems at the beginning and end of the decade, a new study shows.
Clinical briefs for Friday, Aug. 18
By
Kristen Fischer
Aug 18, 2023
How antibiotic resistance builds up throughout life … Lasting extreme heat exposure linked to cognitive issues … Why Medicare should cover genetic counseling … How customized, multimodal care can...
Clinical briefs for Thursday, July 27
By
Kristen Fischer
Jul 27, 2023
Lessons learned to improve well-being in healthcare settings … The brain hack that can bolster learning … Scientists pinpoint mechanism for cognitive decline … Older age tied to more severe anaphylaxis...
Being constipated could point to cognitive decline
By
Kristen Fischer
Jul 20, 2023
One sign that cognitive decline is getting worse: chronic constipation. According to a new study, having just one bowel movement every three days or more — instead of daily — is the equivalent cognitively...
Hearing aids significantly lower cognitive decline in at-risk group, study finds
By
Kristen Fischer
Jul 19, 2023
Wearing hearing aids slowed cognitive decline by 48% in older adults with mild to moderate hearing loss. This group also was at a higher risk for cognitive decline, a new study shows.
Study: Heart attacks contribute to cognitive decline in older adults
By
John Roszkowski
Jun 01, 2023
Individuals who suffer heart attacks are more likely to suffer cognitive decline over time as they get older, according to a new study published in JAMA Neurology.
Obstructive sleep apnea may raise risk for early cognitive decline
By
John Roszkowski
Apr 07, 2023
Individuals with obstructive sleep apnea may be at significantly greater risk for cognitive decline as they age, even among patients who otherwise are healthy and not obese, a new study finds.
Post-op delirium tied to faster cognitive decline in 6-year study
By
Alicia Lasek
Mar 22, 2023
Postoperative delirium may speed the rate of cognitive decline in older adults by 40% within six years after a major elective surgery, a new study has found
Prevalence of subjective cognitive decline 9.6 percent in ages 45 and up
Mar 15, 2023
Only 47% of those with subjective cognitive decline reported that they had discussed the issue with a healthcare professional.