FDA OKs marketing of new test to help diagnose Alzheimer disease
May 06, 2022
The test is indicated for patients 55 years and older who present with cognitive impairment and are being evaluated for Alzheimer’s disease and cognitive decline.
Smartphones: ‘digital dementia’ contributor or cognitive memory aid?
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
May 04, 2022
Smartphones: friend or foe? It depends on whom you ask. Recent studies on smartphone use have found that mobile technology either can contribute to cognitive impairment or help improve cognition.
DMARDs not linked to Alzheimer’s risk for seniors with RA
Apr 12, 2022
No reduction in the risk for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia was seen with treatment with tofacitinib, tocilizumab or tumor necrosis factor inhibitors versus abatacept.
More news for Tuesday, March 1
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Mar 01, 2022
NHI, Welltower work toward settlement regarding Holiday Retirement properties … Proclamation lifts some restrictions for Washington state assisted living communities … State drops case against nurse...
Smartphones help seniors with mild dementia
By
Alicia Lasek
Feb 01, 2022
Older adults with mild dementia can improve their ability to complete everyday tasks and enhance quality of life by using smartphone memory aids, a new study finds.
Psoriasis not linked to preclinical markers of dementia
Sep 07, 2021
After adjustment for confounders, psoriasis may be linked to lower risk for developing dementia.
Dementia risk score linked to MRI markers of brain atrophy
Aug 26, 2021
Higher scores on the Lifestyle for Brain Health index were linked to higher volumes of white matter hyperintensities, lower scores for cognitive function.
More news for Thursday, March 25
Mar 25, 2021
Michigan Supreme Court to hear arguments related to death of independent living resident who wandered into cold … Acts Retirement–Life Communities partners with Wilmington University for employee...
‘Smart’ dresser under development could help those with dementia dress alone
By
Lois A. Bowers
May 02, 2018
A “smart” dresser that has been tested in the lab ultimately could help people with dementia get dressed with automated help and nobody else in the same room.
More news for Tuesday, March 21
Mar 20, 2017
Ryan: Healthcare bill must do more for older people … Here’s the prescription that Ben Carson needs to write for HUD … End-of-life planning talks often fail to communicate goals …...