Social connections have multiple cognitive benefits for older adults, study finds
By
Kristen Fischer
Dec 04, 2023
Social connections are vital for older adults, as the interaction is linked to slower cognitive decline. A new study published last week in Alzheimer’s & Dementia examined different types of social connectedness...
Report: Most anti-diabetic meds can slow cognitive decline
By
Kristen Fischer
Nov 29, 2023
For the most part, oral anti-diabetic (OAD) medications can help slow cognitive decline and reduce the risk and incidence of dementia as a complication of type 2 diabetes, a new report has found.
Clinical briefs for Tuesday, Nov. 28
By
Kristen Fischer
Nov 28, 2023
It remains unclear how pricey weight-loss drugs affect older adults … Those who stay social and manage blood pressure and diabetes can improve cognition, study finds… Beers drug criteria: Looking back,...
How to reduce risk of UTIs, cognitive dysfunction
By
Kristen Fischer
Nov 17, 2023
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) have been linked to dementia and delirium. The more aware people are about symptoms, the more they may be able to prevent these infections, according to a story out Thursday...
Report: 7M+ Americans unaware they have mild cognitive impairment
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Kristen Fischer
Oct 25, 2023
More than 7 million people in the United States may have mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and not know it. Even worse, very few doctors can diagnose this cognitive condition correctly, which could perpetuate...
Clinical briefs for Tuesday, Oct. 24
By
Kristen Fischer
Oct 24, 2023
Study: Estrogen in mid-life seems to prevent Alzheimer’s disease … DASH diet could ease cognitive issues in some women, trial finds … Research spotlights what we know about brain aging so far …...
For poorer adults, life satisfaction not always linked to better cognitive functioning, study finds
By
Kristen Fischer
Oct 02, 2023
Though many studies show that satisfaction in life can improve cognitive function, a new study showed that’s not the case for all people. Even if they are satisfied, they may not get a cognitive boost...
Clinical briefs for Monday, July 24
By
Kristen Fischer
Jul 24, 2023
An AI app could help older adults manage their meds … The link between dementia and air pollution … Trial on drug for dementia with Lewy bodies positive so far … Why white men have most cognitive...
Lack of sleep may negate benefits of exercise for cognitive health
By
Kristen Fischer
Jul 07, 2023
Working out when you’re older can protect against cognitive decline. But if you’re not getting enough sleep, you could reduce the benefits of exercise, a new study found.
Clinicians should be on lookout for cognitive changes after CVD events: study
By
Alicia Lasek
Mar 06, 2023
People who experience adverse health events linked to cardiovascular disease may have a higher incidence of dementia, a new study finds. The results highlight the need to monitor these patients for changes...