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All articles tagged: Age-related cognitive decline (R41.81)

HealthDay 02 July at 07.33 PM

FDA Approves New Drug to Treat Alzheimer's

A new drug to treat Alzheimer's disease was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday.In clinical trials, donanemab (Kisunla) modestly slowed the pace of thinking declines among patients in the early stages of the m

HealthDay 02 July at 04.04 PM

Self-Administered Gerocognitive Exam Improves Detection of Cognitive Issues in Primary Care

A self-administered gerocognitive examination (SAGE) is easily incorporated into primary care provider (PCP) visits, and its use significantly increases detection of new cognitive conditions/concerns in older adults, according to a study published online June 12 in Frontiers in Medicine.Douglas W. Scharre, M.D., from The Ohio State Univ

HealthDay 28 June at 09.42 PM

Lower Cognitive Function in Adolescence Linked to Stroke Risk

Lower cognitive function in adolescence is associated with increased risk of early-onset stroke, according to a study published online June 27 in the Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health.Aya Bardugo, M.D., from the Hebrew University in Jerusalem, and colleagues examined the association between adolescent cognitive function and

HealthDay 24 June at 03.03 PM

Vigorous Physical Activity May Preserve Cognitive Function in High-Risk HTN

For high-risk patients with hypertension, vigorous physical activity (VPA) may preserve cognitive function, according to a study published online June 6 in Alzheimer's & Dementia.Richard Kazibwe, M.D., from the Wake Forest University School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and colleagues categorized the baseline self-re

Evalytics 23 April at 07.20 PM

Unlocking Cognitive Longevity: How Mentally Stimulating Jobs Can Prevent Dementia

The article discusses how mentally stimulating jobs may delay cognitive decline. Complex tasks promote neuroplasticity, enhancing mental resilience. Continuing education, hobbies, and social engagement are practical ways to boost cognitive activity, offering hope for aging populations.

Evalytics 19 February at 03.11 PM

New study confirms double the risk of dementia after mouth herpes simplex virus

A study suggests a possible link between mouth herpes simplex virus and dementia. Researchers found higher levels of the virus in the brains of people with Alzheimer's disease. This association raises questions about the role of viral infections in neurodegenerative conditions.

Evalytics 05 February at 08.23 PM

Harmonizing Minds: How Music Boosts Cognitive Health After 40

The article discusses how music can improve cognitive health in people over 40. It explores the positive effects of music on memory, attention, and overall brain function, emphasizing its potential for enhancing mental well-being in older adults.

HealthDay 17 January at 04.28 PM

Bariatric Surgery Tied to Slower Cognitive Decline in People With Obesity

Bariatric surgery may slow cognitive decline for people with obesity, according to a study published online Dec. 5 in the Journal of Nutrition, Health & Aging.Evan L. Reynolds, Ph.D., from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, and colleagues examined the effect of surgical weight loss on cognition in individuals with clas

Evalytics 08 January at 10.26 PM

Sleep disruptions in 30s and 40s linked to cognitive decline a decade later, study finds

A study discussed on CNN suggests that disrupted sleep patterns may be linked to cognitive decline in later life, emphasizing the importance of maintaining healthy sleep habits for brain health.

HealthDay 22 November at 10.37 PM

Whole Grain Consumption Linked to Slower Global Cognitive Decline

Higher consumption of whole grains is associated with a slower rate of global cognitive decline, according to a study published online Nov. 22 in Neurology.Xiaoran Liu, Ph.D., from Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, and colleagues examined the association of whole-grain consumption with longitudinal change in global cognition