Tag: dementia
Exercise’s Role in Preserving Cognitive Function in Hypertensive Patients at Risk
People with high blood pressure face an increased risk of cognitive impairment, including dementia. However, a recent study…
Exploring Brain Wave Functions through Precise Sound Stimulation
A recent study reveals promising findings on using sound to improve sleep quality in individuals with dementia or…
Study Finds Higher Healthcare Costs Linked to Unplanned Utilization Among Patients with Cognitive Impairment
Researchers from Duke-NUS Medical School and the NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine utilised population-based Singapore Chinese…
Duke-NUS research highlights prevalent use of physical restraints in home care for elderly individuals with dementia
A recent study by Duke-NUS Medical School has highlighted the widespread use of physical restraints among caregivers of…
Innovative Group Training Tool for Dementia Prevention
A new group-based training tool aimed at preventing dementia integrates collaborative quiz-solving with physical movement throughout a room.…
Study Reveals Higher Alzheimer’s Risk Among Black Adults in Polluted Areas in the US
A study conducted jointly by Duke and Columbia Universities has brought to light urgent environmental injustices affecting older,…
Lack of Improvement by Donepezil in Chemotherapy-Related Cognitive Impairment
Many breast cancer survivors experience cancer-related cognitive impairment following chemotherapy, with varying rates and severity. To explore potential…
Quick Five-Minute Assessment Enhances Dementia Care in Primary Settings
The challenge of underdiagnosing dementia, particularly among Black and Hispanic populations, remains a significant issue in healthcare. A…
Study: Surgery for Hip Fractures Linked to Longer Life in People with Dementia
The decision-making process for individuals with dementia contemplating surgery is multifaceted, influenced not only by cognitive limitations but…
Study Finds Climbing the Social Ladder Slows Progression of Dementia in Japan
A newly published study led by researchers from Osaka University and featured in JAMA Network Open reveals compelling…
Taking into account the various factors that contribute to cognitive difficulties in older veterans may enhance personalised care
A recent study explored how cognitive performance, memory functions, and risk factors for Alzheimer's disease correlate in veterans…
Enhancing dementia care in nursing homes: Insights from the pandemic years
No individual connected with nursing homes – whether they are residents, their families, friends, staff, or administrators –…