Tag: Dementia
SGA Prescribing Higher for Veterans With PTSD/Dementia
Prescribing of SGAs to veterans with PTSD down, but consistently increased odds for concurrent dementia
Proton Pump Inhibitor Use Ups Pneumonia Risk in Dementia
Independent risk factors for pneumonia include age, male gender, underlying cerebrovascular disease
Oxybutynin Frequently Used for Overactive Bladder in U.S. Elderly
Despite known adverse effects, including cognitive decline, oxybutynin most frequently prescribed
REACH II, VA Did Not Increase Spending in Dementia Care
Behavioral interventions program for Alzheimer's patient caregivers did not increase health costs
Vitamin E, Selenium Don’t Prevent Dementia in Older Men
No reduction in the incidence of dementia with supplements of vitamin E, selenium, or both
Orthostatic Hypotension Linked to Later Dementia Risk
Middle-aged adults found 40 percent more likely to develop dementia over time
Specific Autoimmune Diseases Tied to Subsequent Dementia Risk
Patients with autoimmune disorders 20 percent more likely to experience later dementia
Review Links Albuminuria to Cognitive Impairment, Dementia
Worse global cognitive performance and accelerated cognitive decline for subjects with albuminuria
Mentally Stimulating Tasks May Lower Risk of MCI in Older Adults
Computer use, crafting, social activities, games all seem to improve brain health
Dementia May Be Exacerbated by Hospital-Related Delirium
Researchers say efforts must be increased to diagnose, prevent, and treat delirium
