Financial altruism may indicate cognitive decline in seniors
Jun 22, 2022
“Trouble handling money is thought to be one of the early signs of Alzheimer’s disease, and this finding supports that notion.”
Adult education classes may lower dementia risk
Aug 30, 2023
Additionally, participation was tied to greater retention of subsequent fluid intelligence.
Certain antihypertensive agents may aid cognition in elderly
Jun 21, 2021
Memory recall is better for up to three years with blood-brain barrier-crossing renin-angiotensin drugs versus nonpenetrant counterparts.
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 engagement helps slow cognitive decline: study
By
John O'Connor
Dec 06, 2016
Here’s yet another reason for senior living organizations to tout the social interaction they provide: such activities may help delay the onset of cognitive decline.
Hearing intervention may have effect on cognitive change
Jul 20, 2023
No effect was seen in the total cohort composed of two populations, but sensitivity analysis revealed an effect of intervention in the cohort at higher risk for cognitive decline.
Cranberry supplements may aid memory in older adults
May 24, 2022
Improvement in neural functioning also was seen during a 12-week intervention.
Dementia diagnosis has ‘silver lining’ for many
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jul 25, 2016
A diagnosis of dementia or mild cognitive impairment may contain a “silver lining” for those with the disease, according to research presented Monday at the Alzheimer’s Association International...
Missed, undiagnosed cirrhosis may be risk factor for cognitive decline
Feb 02, 2024
More than 5% of veterans with dementia had a Fibrosis-4 score greater than 3.25, suggestive of cirrhosis.
Vestibular dysfunction may be modifiable risk factor for cognitive decline
May 08, 2023
The findings were seen in a study of people living with Meniere disease.