Prevalence of dementia estimated at 10 percent in 2016
Oct 24, 2022
The risk for dementia reduced with each additional year of education; dementia prevalence was higher for Blacks.
Half of Native Americans older than 70 years may have cognitive impairment
May 17, 2024
Vascular and neurodegenerative injuries are approximately equally responsible for cognitive impairment.
‘Grandie’ lends an AI-enabled ear to seniors looking for a virtual companion they can relate to
By
Aaron Dorman
Feb 07, 2024
“Grandie,” whose avatar is a blue owl, is a new AI tool “tailored to the unique needs of older adults,” the parent company states.
Study finds common use of antipsychotics ineffective for delirium
By
Lois A. Bowers
Oct 23, 2018
Two antipsychotic drugs commonly used to treat delirium did not benefit critically ill patients who took part in a recent clinical study funded by the National Institute on Aging of the National Institutes...
Experiencing gratitude tied to longevity in older women
Jul 08, 2024
Higher levels of gratitude were tied to a 9% reduction in all-cause mortality and a 15% reduction in cardiovascular death.
Cognitive impairment delayed with genetic variant
Jun 20, 2024
The onset of cognitive impairment was delayed among those heterozygous for the apolipoprotein E3 Christchurch variant.
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NFL players’ concussion symptoms tied to cognitive functioning decades later
Mar 03, 2023
The number of diagnosed concussions and length of playing career were not tied to later cognition.
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Seniors welcome new, battery-powered friends … LifeSpan president talks future of senior care … Women’s cognitive decline begins earlier than previously believed … Older adults...
Healthy lifestyle benefits even those in their 80s
Jun 20, 2024
Greater healthy lifestyle increases the odds of reaching 100 years of age by 60%.