Geriatrics
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Could Viagra help prevent Alzheimer’s?
“Being able to repurpose a drug already licensed for health conditions could help speed up the drug discovery process and bring about life-...
From the Journals
No serious CV risks for elderly after Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine
A French study adds to other evidence that the Pfizer mRNA COVID-19 vaccine does not increase the risk for serious cardiovascular adverse events...
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CBT prevents depression in up to 50% of patients with insomnia
The study is unique in that the treatment “is not just reducing depression, it’s preventing depression,” said Dr. Michael R. Irwin, lead author....
Conference Coverage
Multivitamins, but not cocoa, tied to slowed brain aging
The findings “may have important public health implications, particularly for brain health, given the accessibility of multivitamins and minerals...
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Sleep time ‘sweet spot’ to slow cognitive decline identified?
Older adults who slept less than 4.5 hours or more than 6.5 hours a night reported significant cognitive decline over time.
FDA/CDC
FDA clears 5-minute test for early dementia
Opinion
Guidelines for dementia and age-related cognitive changes
While these guidelines are aimed at psychologists, primary care doctors are often the first ones to evaluate a patient who may have dementia.
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‘Fascinating’ link between Alzheimer’s and COVID-19
Study findings could lead to new treatment targets to slow progression and severity of both diseases.
Conference Coverage
Omega-3s tame inflammation in elderly COVID-19 patients
Those who received an intravenous infusion had significant decreases from baseline to end of treatment in the neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio.
Conference Coverage
Staff education cuts psychotropic drug use in long-term care
Authors explain why they suspect the positive effects of nurse training on drug use and costs were transient.
News
MIND diet preserves cognition, new data show
People can make fairly simple diet and lifestyle changes “to slow cognitive decline with aging and contribute to brain health,” said Dr. Klodian...