A trio that could spell trouble: Many with dementia take risky combinations of medicines
People over 65 shouldn’t take three or more medicines that act on their brain and nervous system, experts strongly warn, because the drugs can interact […]
People over 65 shouldn’t take three or more medicines that act on their brain and nervous system, experts strongly warn, because the drugs can interact […] Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) is the most common form of dementia worldwide (60-70% of all dementia cases) and is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder. Though around 10-15% […] While rates of dementia for the U.S. population have been relatively stable or in decline since 2000, rates for Black Americans remain disproportionately high, according […] Wandering and becoming lost is common among people with Alzheimer’s disease or other disorders causing dementia. This behavior can happen in the early stages of […] A gene known for helping facilitate communication between neurons in the nervous system has been discovered to be connected with Alzheimer’s dementia and cognitive decline, […] Studies have suggested that taking part in leisure activities such as playing cards or gardening may be associated with a lower risk of developing dementia. […] Research published in the journal Neurology suggests those who lack interest in the world around them are at an increased risk of developing dementia. The […] It would be cheap and painless to roll out in stark contrast to current diagnostic methods, which are typically not used until symptoms are well […] Obesity is associated with a higher risk of dementia up to 15 years later, finds a new UCL study suggesting that weight management could play […]
A trio that could spell trouble: Many with dementia take risky combinations of medicines
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