Alzheimer's & Cognition
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Military service linked to Alzheimer’s neuropathology
These new findings “emphasize that targeted AD therapies in the veteran population are urgently needed.”
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Pandemic tied to a 50% drop in memory, executive function in older adults
“On the positive note, there is evidence that lifestyle changes and improved health management can positively influence mental functioning.”
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What to tell your patients about anti-amyloids for Alzheimer’s disease
"It's important that we inform our patients that really, even with this therapy, there's no prospect of stabilizing or restoring cognition or...
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Memory-enhancing intervention may help boost confidence, not necessarily memory, in older adults, study suggests
Patients who noticed some change in their memory and who are interested in making some positive changes in their daily cognitive functioning may...
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Atrial fibrillation linked to dementia, especially when diagnosed before age 65 years
Investigators note the findings highlight the importance of monitoring cognitive function in adults with AFib.
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Blood pressure lowering reduces dementia risk
“This proven, effective intervention should be widely scaled up to reduce the global burden of dementia.”
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AF tied to 45% increase in mild cognitive impairment
The data suggest combining anticoagulation and symptom and comorbidity management may prevent cognitive deterioration.
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Be advised: Thyroid hormones may increase risk of cognitive disorders in older adults
“We are finding more and more complications from overtreatment rather than benefit in this population.”
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More evidence metformin may be neuroprotective
Adults who stopped metformin early were 21% more likely to be diagnosed with dementia during follow-up.
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84-year-old MD contests employer’s mandatory cognitive tests for older docs
According to the lawsuit, the hospital illegally required neuropsychological and eye examinations of physicians aged 70 or older who sought to...
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Higher triglycerides linked to lower dementia risk
“Triglyceride levels may serve as a useful predictor for dementia risk and cognitive decline in older populations.”