Alzheimer's & Cognition
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Change in Clinical Definition of Parkinson’s Triggers Debate
Historically, Parkinson’s, Lewy body disease were diagnosed by symptoms; advances may allow for pathologic diagnosis.
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Study: AFib May Be Linked to Dementia in T2D
Incident AF and CV disease were associated with risk for all-cause dementia, according to new study.
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Managing Agitation in Alzheimer’s Disease: Five Things to Know
Caregivers should work with providers to manage agitation through behavioral approaches first and consider antidepressants and antipsychotics only...
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Benzos Are Hard on the Brain, But Do They Raise Dementia Risk?
The findings suggest that benzodiazepine use “may have subtle, long-term impact on brain health.”
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Cardiovascular Health Becoming a Major Risk Factor for Dementia
“Cardiovascular risk factors may have contributed more to dementia risk over time, so these deserve more targeted action for future dementia...
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Revised Criteria for Alzheimer’s Diagnosis, Staging Released
The new Alzheimer’s disease criteria feature a new biomarker classification system that incorporates fluid and imaging biomarkers as well as an...
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Prostate Meds Tied to Reduced Risk for Lewy Body Dementia
Men who took alpha-1 blockers terazosin, doxazosin, or alfuzosin were less likely to develop Lewy body dementia.
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BP Disorder in Pregnancy Tied to Young-Onset Dementia Risk
Preeclampsia was associated with a 2.65-fold increased risk for young-onset dementia.
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Online Tool Predicts Real-World Driving Ability of Older Drivers
An algorithm combines two well-known tests, and it may help physicians discuss driving concerns with older patients.
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New Clues on How Blast Exposure May Lead to Alzheimer’s Disease
A higher index of suspicion for dementia or Alzheimer’s disease may be warranted in patients with a history of blast exposure or subconcussive...
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Vision Impairment Tied to Higher Dementia Risk in Older Adults
“Early vision screening may help identify adults at higher risk of dementia, allowing for timely interventions.”