Research Summaries

Dementia
Dementia
04/17/2017
A study examined the effects of physical activity, cognitive training, and nutritional advice with omega 3 fatty acid supplements on the risk of cognitive decline.
04/17/2017
Alzheimer disease
Alzheimer disease
03/14/2017
The patient, caregiver, and treatment team should be well-aligned on their goals and expectations for Alzheimer treatment.
03/14/2017
Dementia
Dementia
02/24/2017
Vascular risk factors measured in midlife are associated with increased risk of dementia, according to a new study.
02/24/2017
Dementia
Dementia
02/24/2017
A recent study examined the association between total sleep time and the risk for developing dementia over 10 years.
02/24/2017
Dementia
Dementia
01/19/2017
A recent study examined the interaction between delirium and dementia and how the conditions affect cognitive decline in older patients.
01/19/2017
Dementia
Dementia
01/13/2017
Given that most individuals are not at genetic risk, physical exercise may be an effective strategy for preventing dementia, according to a new study.
01/13/2017
Technology
Technology
01/10/2017
A recent study examined the utility, feasibility, and safety of tablets as a tool for managing agitation in patients with dementia.
01/10/2017
Dementia
Dementia
12/22/2016
A new study examined the short-term benefits of occupational therapy in patients with dementia.
12/22/2016
Dementia
Dementia
12/21/2016
Noting that the link between sauna bathing and dementia risk had not been previously assessed, researchers studied the effects of sauna bathing on the risk of Alzheimer disease as well as other forms of...
12/21/2016
Dementia
Dementia
12/15/2016
In a recent meta-analysis, researchers examined the connection between renal failure and cognitive impairment and dementia.
12/15/2016