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...
Some with cognitive impairment refuse evaluation
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jul 16, 2015
People who live alone were the least likely to agree to diagnostic assessment after they had a positive result during a dementia screening, according to a new study.
New approach to mild cognitive impairment could prevent falls, provide other benefits
By
Lois A. Bowers
Apr 19, 2016
Earlier detection of mild cognitive impairment could reduce falls, enable older adults and their families to make decisions in advance, and save healthcare costs. Presenters at the annual meeting of the...
Caffeine could help women ward off dementia
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Lois A. Bowers
Oct 06, 2016
Consuming high amounts of caffeine appears to protect women from developing dementia or cognitive impairment, according to the results of a new study.
‘Sniff test’ can help diagnose early Alzheimer’s: study
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Lois A. Bowers
Dec 21, 2016
Administering a simple “sniff test” can enhance the accuracy of diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease and the mild cognitive impairment that often progresses to dementia, according to the results...
Master Plan for Aging adds dementia screening tool for providers
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Lois A. Bowers
Apr 17, 2023
Primary care providers in the country’s most populous state have a new screening tool to help them identify cognitive decline in older adults and determine next steps.
4 surgeons general call for annual cognitive assessments
By
Lois A. Bowers
Oct 14, 2019
Four former U.S. surgeons general are advocating for regular annual cognitive assessments as part of routine check-ups, calling dementia the No. 1 public health crisis.
Exercise vital to brain health: study
By
Lois A. Bowers
Sep 01, 2016
Residents who stop exercising for as little as 10 days could endanger their brain health, according to new research.
Clinton shares Alzheimer’s plans
By
Lois A. Bowers
Dec 22, 2015
Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton unveiled a plan Dec. 22 to invest $2 billion per year to prevent, treat and make possible a cure for Alzheimer’s disease by the year 2025 if she...
Yoga, meditation improve brain fitness: study
By
Lois A. Bowers
May 11, 2016
Yoga and meditation can offer a simple, safe and low-cost solution for improving brain fitness, according to new research. Combined, they were found to be even more effective than what many consider to...