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.
Tag Archives: Dementia
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FDA Warns Consumers About Unproven Claims of “Wellness” Vapes
The FDA is warning consumers to be wary of so-called "wellness" vapes which claim to treat ailments and diseases, saying none are proven to do so and many contain toxic…
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Long-Term Hormone Therapy Treatments May Increase Alzheimer’s Disease Risk In Women: Study
A new study links combination hormone therapy for women going through menopause with an increased risk of Alzheimer's disease.
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Antipsychotics and Cholinesterase Inhibitors Linked to Increase Fall Risk For Elderly Users: Study
A new study warns that the use of antipsychotics and some Alzheimer's disease drugs can increase the risk of elderly falls and fractures.
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Antipsychotic Use May Be Linked to Increased Dementia Risk, Researchers Warn
Researchers now theorize that antipsychotics may increase the risk of dementia due to their effects on the brain.
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Even Small Amounts of Particulate Matter Air Pollution Increases Dementia Risk: Study
The findings of a new study reveals that prolonged particulate matter air pollution exposure may increase the risk of dementia.
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Most Dementia Cases Among U.S. Elderly Often Go Undiagnosed, Unreported: Study
Only 1-in-10 dementia cases among the elderly are properly diagnosed, according to the findings of a new study.
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Lipitor, Zocor, Similar Cholesterol Drugs May Increase Dementia Risks: Study
A new study links some popular cholesterol drugs, which can affect the brain, to an increased risk of dementia.
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Head Trauma That Causes Sleep Disorders May Increase Risk of Dementia: Study
A new study finds links between traumatic brain injuries, sleep disorders, and the later development of dementia.
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Aspirin and Other NSAIDS May Help Protect Against Air Pollution Side Effects: Study
Aspirin and NSAIDs appear to have some protective properties vs. particulate matter air pollution, according to the findings of a new study.