Statins not linked to cognitive decline in the elderly
There is no link between statin medications and cognitive decline in older adults, according to a new observational study.
Cognitive Decline
Dementia risk triples for those who cannot read
People who learn to read and write may have lifelong cognitive advantages over people who never learn these skills, a new study has found.
Cognitive impairment begins early in age-related hearing loss: study
Cognitive function begins to decline early in hearing loss, when the ability to hear is still functionally normal, according to a new study.
Clinical Briefs for Tuesday, November 5
Weight loss counseling, low carb diet improves diabetes outcomes … Hospitalizations may hasten cognitive decline in the elderly … Psychotherapy for depression may be cost-effective over time … Heavy smoking causes faces to look older
Mediterranean diet linked to lower cognitive decline in U.S. seniors
Seniors who eat more of the foods found in a Mediterranean diet are less likely show symptoms of cognitive decline, a U.S. study has found.
Residents with mild cognitive impairment can benefit from meditation
Adults with mild cognitive impairment can learn to meditate – and build cognitive reserve while doing so – a new study has found.
Low grip strength tied to memory loss, cognitive impairment in seniors
Reduced handgrip strength is associated with greater odds of cognitive impairment in adults over age 50, according to new research.
Regular exercise may delay decline in those at risk of Alzheimer’s
Moderate exercise appears to help preserve memory and curb brain changes in people at risk of Alzheimer’s, new studies show.
Clinical Briefs for Monday, August 12
Gait, non-motor symptoms perceived as chief Parkinson’s challenges … iPhone, Apple Watch data may spot signs of dementia … Depression in Alzheimer’s could signal cognitive decline … Predicting breast cancer recurrence with a blood test
Clinical Briefs for Tuesday, August 6
Decline in heart disease and stroke mortality stalls in high-income countries … Socially active 60-year-olds face lower dementia risk … Skin test for Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s may be on its way … Aging brains may have trouble blocking irrelevant data
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