50 stories tagged #Dementia

  1. The Hidden Dangers of Common Sleep Medications
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    The Hidden Dangers of Common Sleep Medications

    Research links popular sleep aids to serious health risks, including dementia and increased mortality. Experts recommend non-drug alternatives.

    last wk. 2 min read
  2. Diabetes Drugs Show Potential to Curb Dementia in Psychiatric Patients
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    Diabetes Drugs Show Potential to Curb Dementia in Psychiatric Patients

    A US Department of Veterans Affairs study finds SGLT2 inhibitors may reduce all-cause dementia risk by up to 46% in older adults with mood or psychotic disorders.

    last wk. 1 min read
  3. Extreme Temperatures Spike Emergency Visits for Dementia Patients
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    Extreme Temperatures Spike Emergency Visits for Dementia Patients

    A decade-long study links heat waves and cold snaps to increased emergency department visits in dementia patients, with no similar effect found in Parkinson's.

    last wk. 1 min read
  4. Hearing Aid Use Cuts Dementia Risk by 23% in Epilepsy Patients
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    Hearing Aid Use Cuts Dementia Risk by 23% in Epilepsy Patients

    New research from EAN 2026 shows hearing aids are linked to a 23% lower dementia risk specifically for adults with both epilepsy and hearing loss.

    2w ago 1 min read
  5. Blood Protein GDF15 Linked to Dementia Risk Decades Before Diagnosis
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    Blood Protein GDF15 Linked to Dementia Risk Decades Before Diagnosis

    An international study identifies the blood protein GDF15 as a predictive biomarker for dementia risk in individuals under 55, offering a potential target for early intervention.

    2w ago 1 min read
  6. Alcohol-Related Liver Disease Carries Greatest Dementia Risk, Study Finds
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    Alcohol-Related Liver Disease Carries Greatest Dementia Risk, Study Finds

    A nationwide study of over 3 million adults found steatotic liver disease associated with dementia, with alcohol-related liver disease posing the greatest risk, even as alcohol consumption patterns modify outcomes.

    2w ago 1 min read
  7. Importance of Slow-Wave Sleep in Reducing Dementia Risk
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    Importance of Slow-Wave Sleep in Reducing Dementia Risk

    Study highlights critical role of slow-wave sleep in dementia prevention among older adults.

    2w ago 1 min read
  8. Shingrix Vaccine Shows 24% Reduction in Dementia Risk
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    Shingrix Vaccine Shows 24% Reduction in Dementia Risk

    A study finds Shingrix vaccine lowers dementia risk by 24% among nursing facility residents, uncovering significant implications for public health.

    3w ago 1 min read