Alzheimer's & Cognition
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Similar brain atrophy in obesity and Alzheimer’s disease
The findings of a new study suggest that managing excess weight might slow cognitive decline and lower the risk for AD.
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Six healthy lifestyle habits linked to slowed memory decline
A healthy diet emerged as the strongest deterrent, in a new study.
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Nine more minutes a day of vigorous exercise tied to better cognition
‘Even minor differences in daily behavior appeared meaningful for cognition in this study.’
Highlights
Geriatrician advises on use of vitamin D supplementation, lecanemab, and texting for her patients
There is growing awareness of the impact of social isolation on health outcomes, particularly among older adults.
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Kids with concussions may benefit from early return to school
Prolonged school absence post concussion was associated with higher symptom burden 2 weeks after injury.
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Social isolation hikes dementia risk in older adults
“Social connections are increasingly understood as a critical factor for the health of individuals as they age.”
Feature
HRT may prevent Alzheimer’s in high-risk women
Results from a cohort study showed that use of HRT was associated with larger entorhinal and hippocampal brain volumes.
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Nearly 50% of patients with dementia experience falls
The results highlight the need for a multidisciplinary approach to preventing falls among elderly individuals with dementia.
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Hearing loss strongly tied to increased dementia risk
“Every 10-decibel increase in hearing loss was associated with 16% greater prevalence of dementia.”
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Can 6 minutes of intense cycling put the brakes on Alzheimer’s?
Six minutes of high-intensity cycling increased circulating levels of brain-derived neurotrophic factor to a significantly greater extent than...
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