Tag: dementia
Same Individual. Different Location. Double the Chance of Dementia Diagnosis.
With the advent of new medications aimed at Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, a recent study…
Age-Related Changes in Brain Function and Peripheral Vascular Health
The journal Aging, referred to in MEDLINE/PubMed as "Aging (Albany NY)" and as "Aging-US" by Web of Science,…
Uncertain Impact of New Alzheimer’s Medications on Population Health, Researchers Indicate
Researchers from Cambridge have raised concerns about the efficacy of new amyloid immunotherapy drugs in significantly reducing the…
According to The Lancet: Addressing 14 Risk Factors from Childhood May Prevent or Delay Almost 50% of Dementia Cases, Highlighting New Risks Such as High Cholesterol and Vision Impairment
Tackling 14 adjustable risk factors from childhood through to later life could significantly reduce the prevalence of dementia,…
Dementia in Parkinson’s Disease: Less Frequent and Later Onset Than Previously Believed
Recent findings bring hopeful news for individuals diagnosed with Parkinson's disease: the likelihood of developing dementia may not…
The Outbreak Worsened Depression Among Elderly Diabetics
A recent investigation involving over 2,700 senior Canadians revealed that older adults with diabetes encountered an increased risk…
Public Health Initiatives Aimed at Reducing Dementia Risk Could Potentially Save the UK Economy Up to £4 Billion
Public health interventions aimed at reducing dementia risk factors could potentially save up to £4 billion in England…
Ageing and Dementia-Related Memory Decline: The Predictive Role of Dendritic Spine Head Diameter in Elderly Memory Retention
Memory declines with age, often marked by a diminished ability to recall personal experiences. Traditionally associated with the…
Fit2Drive revolutionizes the evaluation of older drivers experiencing cognitive decline
As the global population ages, the number of elderly drivers on the road also increases. Driving safely requires…
Research Investigates Fish Oil’s Impact on Brain Health in Older Adults
A clinical study conducted by Oregon Health & Science University has indicated that older adults with a genetic…
Melodies Set Our Brainwaves in Motion
Have you ever instantly recognized a song from just a brief snippet or quickly picked up the rhythm…
Exceptional Dementia Care in Nursing Homes Requires More Than Just Increased Staffing
A groundbreaking study led by the University of California, Irvine, has determined that simply increasing the number of…