Reducing Pollution Emissions May Decrease Life-Long Dementia Risks: Study
A new study links exposure to particulate matter air pollution to an increased risk of dementia later in life.
Tag Archives: Dementia
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Many Older Drivers Stay Behind the Wheel Despite Cognitive Impairments: Study
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.
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Dementia Risk Linked to Nexium, Prilosec, Similar Heartburn Drugs After Long-Term Use: Study
A new study warns that long-term use of Nexium, Prilosec and similar PPI drugs may increase the risk of dementia.
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State-Owned Nursing Home Lawsuit Over Violation of Dementia Patient’s Rights Allowed: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court has ruled that individuals have the right to sue state-owned nursing homes in a wrongful death lawsuit over the alleged use of chemical restraints which allegedly led…
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Alzheimer’s Disease Drugs Aduhelm, Leqembi May Cause Brain Shrinkage: Study
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.
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Use of Antipsychotics on Dementia Patients As “Chemical Restraints” Increased During Pandemic: Study
A new study finds that prescribing of antipsychotics to dementia patients increased worldwide, despite the tactic being known as an abusive form of chemical restraint.
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Side Effects of Miralax, Similar Laxatives May Increase Risk of Dementia, Study Warns
A new study links the use of certain laxatives or combinations of laxatives with an increased risk of dementia.
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Zocor Fails To Treat Depression in Clinical Trial
A new study finds that taking Zocor provided no benefits to patients with depression.
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Head Injuries Linked to Increased Long-Term Risk of Death, Study Finds
A new study details how long-term side effects from head injuries can significantly increase the risk of death.
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Efforts to Prevent Use of Chemical Restraints in Assisted Living Fail, Even As Nursing Home Use Drops: Study
A new study finds the same tactics for reducing chemical restraint use in nursing homes does not seem to work in assisted living facilities.
