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• Silicosis Side Effects May Include Cognitive Decline, Study Warns

  June 24, 2025

  Irvin Jackson

  Silica dust exposure and silicosis may lead to harmful brain deposits that contribute to cognitive problems, according to new findings from Chinese researchers.

• Many Older Drivers Stay Behind the Wheel Despite Cognitive Impairments: Study

  August 16, 2023

  Martha Garcia

  A new study finds that nearly two-thirds of older drivers with cognitive impairments continue to get behind the wheel, putting them at an increased risk of an auto accident.

• Alzheimer’s Disease Drugs Aduhelm, Leqembi May Cause Brain Shrinkage: Study

  April 19, 2023

  Martha Garcia

  A new study warns that Aduhelm and Leqembi, new Alzheimer's disease drugs, may cause brain shrinkage which accelerates the condition instead of treating it.

• Ultraprocessed Foods May Speed Up Cognitive Decline: Study

  August 9, 2022

  Martha Garcia

  A new study finds that consuming ultraprocessed foods, like fast food and snacks, can increase the rate of cognitive decline.

• Formaldehyde Exposure May Cause Cognitive Impairment in Young People: Study

  December 28, 2021

  Russell Maas

  A new French study links formaldehyde exposure to increased cognitive impairment risks.

• Opioids, Benzos, Linked To Adverse Neurodevelopmental Outcomes in Preterm Infants

  July 9, 2021

  Martha Garcia

  The findings of a new study indicate infants born preterm face an increased risk of negative neurodevelopmental side effects if given opioids or benzodiazapines.

• Aspirin and Other NSAIDS May Help Protect Against Air Pollution Side Effects: Study

  May 20, 2021

  Martha Garcia

  Aspirin and NSAIDs appear to have some protective properties vs. particulate matter air pollution, according to the findings of a new study.

• Preeclampsia And High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy May Worsen Memory Later: Study

  January 8, 2021

  Martha Garcia

  The findings of a new study indicate pregnant women who suffer high blood pressure or preeclampsia may suffer memory loss later in life.

• Memory, Cognition Problems from Nexium, Prilosec, Other PPI Drugs Seen Among Breast Cancer Survivors: Study

  January 21, 2020

  Irvin Jackson

  A new study links heartburn drugs like Nexium and Prilosec to cognition problems experienced by breast cancer survivors.