Patient Portal Use Explored for Older Adults With Dementia Diagnosis
THURSDAY, July 6, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Older adults with dementia diagnosis are as likely to be registered for a patient portal as those without dementia, and they have a lower portal activity metric, according to a research letter published onlin…
Learn MoreFDA Gives Full Approval to Alzheimer’s Drug Leqembi
THURSDAY, July 6, 2023 (HealthDay News) — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday gave full approval to the Alzheimer’s drug Leqembi, clearing the way for insurance coverage of the pricey drug.“The full FDA approval will open the floodgates…
Learn MoreBrushing, Flossing Could Help Shield Your Brain From Dementia
THURSDAY, July 6, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Add risk of developing memory problems later in life to the list of consequences linked to poor oral health.Not taking care of your mouth and teeth has already been associated with heart disease, diabetes, ce…
Learn MoreVariation in Total Cholesterol, Triglycerides Linked to Alzheimer Disease Risk
THURSDAY, July 6, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Variability in total cholesterol and triglycerides is associated with an increased risk for incident Alzheimer disease and Alzheimer disease-related dementias (AD/ADRD), according to a study published online …
Learn MoreKeeping Cholesterol Levels Stable May Help Shield You From Dementia
THURSDAY, July 6, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Could swings in your blood fat levels increase your chances of being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease?Yes, suggests a new study that found fluctuating cholesterol levels among older adults may increase the …
Learn MoreAustralian Footballer Is First Female Athlete to Receive Diagnosis of CTE
WEDNESDAY, July 5, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Heather Anderson, a star Australian rules football player who died last November, is the first female professional athlete to be diagnosed with chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE.”She is the first fema…
Learn MoreA-Fib Linked to Increased Odds of MCI, Dementia in Women
WEDNESDAY, July 5, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Atrial fibrillation (AF) is associated with increased odds of and with more rapid progression to mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and dementia among women versus men, according to a study published online Jun…
Learn MoreSlowed Walking Could Be Sign of Dementia in Dogs
WEDNESDAY, July 5, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Like people, dogs slow down as they age.Researchers wondered whether slowed walking could also signal mental decline. To learn more, they did a series of experiments that included measuring the dogs’ speed b…
Learn MoreLas olas de calor son peligrosas para las personas con demencia
VIERNES, 30 de junio de 2023 (HealthDay News) — Las olas de calor que alcanzan los tres dígitos, como las que asolan a muchas partes de Estados Unidos esta semana, pueden crear unas condiciones peligrosas para las personas vulnerables. Un grupo vulne…
Learn MoreMenopausal Hormone Therapy Positively Linked to Dementia
FRIDAY, June 30, 2023 (HealthDay News) — Menopausal hormone therapy is positively associated with all-cause dementia, even in women receiving treatment at age 55 years or younger, according to a study published online June 28 in The BMJ.Nelsan Pourha…
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