Dual Decline in Memory, Gait Speed Tied to Higher Dementia Risk
The combination of decline in both gait speed and memory has the strongest association with dementia risk in older adults.
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Healthy Lifestyle May Lower Dementia Risk Despite Genetics
Across strata of genetic risk scores (GRS), higher midlife scores in Life’s Simple 7 (LS7) are associated with a lower risk for dementia.
Cranberry Supplements May Aid Memory in Older Adults
Cranberry supplementation is associated with improved episodic memory performance and neural functioning in older adults.
Prevalence of Risk Factors for Alzheimer, Related Dementias Identified
The prevalence of risk factors for ADRD varies and is highest for high BP and not meeting aerobic physical activity guidelines.
Age-Specific Dementia Risk Scores Developed for Mid, Late Life
Age-specific dementia risk scores should prioritize different risk factors in mid and late life.
Childhood Trauma Associated With Dementia Symptoms in Former Football Players
Researchers sought to determine whether concussions and a history of playing football influenced a possible association between ACEs and poor neuropsychiatric health.
Obesity, Physical Inactivity, Low Education Associated With ADRD Cases
Midlife obesity, physical inactivity, and low education are the three most prominent modifiable risk factors associated with ADRDs.
Medicare Policy Changes Reduce Hospice Use for Dementia
Medicare policies are associated with reductions in the share of patients with an Alzheimer disease and related dementias code receiving hospice care.
Antioxidants Are Associated With Reduced Risk of All-Cause Dementia
Antioxidants such as serum level of lutein+zeaxanthin and β-cryptoxanthin are associated with a reduced risk for all-cause dementia.
Talk Therapy May Reduce Depression for Patients With Dementia
Talk therapy may alleviate depression and improve quality of life for people with dementia.
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