Faster cognitive decline was seen for older adults with both conditions.
Prevalence of subjective cognitive decline 9.6 percent in ages 45 and up
Mar 13, 2023
Only 47.3% of those with subjective cognitive decline reported that they had discussed issue with healthcare professional.
Inconsistent state regulations, staff training produce wide variations among states’ antipsychotic...
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Feb 28, 2023
Researchers are calling for a closer look at the use of antipsychotics among assisted living residents with dementia after a study found wide variations in prescribing patterns.
Midlife moderate and vigorous physical activity impacts cognitive abilities
Jan 30, 2023
A loss of time spent in moderate and vigorous physical activity is tied to lower cognition.
FDA approves second drug for Alzheimer’s disease, despite safety concerns
Jan 06, 2023
The approval of lecanemab-irmb (Leqembi) comes after controversial approval in 2021 of aducanumab (Aduhelm), which met with criticism over concerns about that drug’s effectiveness, safety and pricing.
Having a sense of purpose can lower the risk of death
By
Lois A. Bowers
Dec 05, 2022
People with higher levels of purpose may have a lower risk of death from any cause, according to a study recently published in the journal Preventive Medicine.
Social isolation, loneliness may harm cardiovascular, brain health
Aug 04, 2022
Social isolation and loneliness appear to be independent risk factors, but data on mediating pathways and confounders are limited.
Social isolation: A serious but under-recognized health risk
By
Cathy Lipton, MD
Jul 28, 2022
How senior living communities can build on pandemic lessons to reduce loneliness.
Visual impairment tied to cognitive outcomes in older adults
Jun 28, 2022
Significant associations were observed between vision impairment and cognitive outcomes of cognitive impairment and dementia.
Prevalence of risk factors for Alzheimer’s, related dementias identified
May 20, 2022
The highest prevalence seen for high blood pressure and not meeting aerobic physical activity guidelines, followed by obesity.