Tag: Dementia
For New Antipsychotic Users, Dose, Duration Impact Mortality
Lower mortality risk for modified standardized daily dose of 1 or less versus greater than 1
Long-Term Warfarin Use Tied to Increased Dementia Risk
Both warfarin and atrial fibrillation may raise risk
Hearing Aids Linked to Stronger Scores on Mini-Mental Exam
Ability to stay engaged in conversation could help ward off dementia, study suggests
Rosacea Linked to Increased Risk of Dementia
Alzheimer's disease, in particular
Colonic Diverticular Disease Linked to Dementia Risk
Elevated risk of dementia after adjustment for age, sex, and comorbidities
Sensory Interventions Can Benefit Patients With Dementia
Eight categories of sensory stimulation interventions identified, including music and light therapy
Inconsistent Link Found Between Oral Health, Cognitive Status
No consistent association for cognitive decline with greater loss of teeth, number of decayed teeth
Dementia Incidence Higher Than CHD in Very Elderly
Among adults aged ≥80 years, about 64 percent of those who died had prior diagnosis of dementia
Minimal Benzodiazepine Exposure May Up Dementia Risk
However, higher benzodiazepine use is not associated with more rapid cognitive decline
Traditional Foods Can Bring Joy to Dementia Patients
Traditional foods create feeling of belonging and joy; boost patients' sense of well-being
