Healthy heart guidelines can also lower dementia risk, study finds
By
Julie Williamson
Aug 12, 2019
Following the American Heart Association’s guidelines for good cardiovascular health may also help participants reduce dementia risks, French researchers have found.
Artificial Intelligence-enabled ECG detects ‘hidden’ atrial fibrillation n 10 seconds
By
Julie Williamson
Aug 12, 2019
In as few as 10 seconds, an artificial intelligence model may pinpoint people with intermittent atrial fibrillation, study findings show.
Abnormal hemoglobin levels tied to increased dementia risk
By
Julie Williamson
Aug 12, 2019
Both high and low hemoglobin levels can cause an increased risk of developing dementia, according to findings from a large population-based study.
Clinical News for Tuesday, August 13
By
Julie Williamson
Aug 12, 2019
Alzheimer’s researchers develop model to predict cognitive decline…BP matters after endovascular stroke therapy…High-intensity lipid reduction could aid seniors after acute coronary syndrome
Regular exercise may delay decline in those at risk of Alzheimer’s
By
Alicia Lasek
Aug 09, 2019
Moderate exercise appears to help preserve memory and curb brain changes in people at risk of Alzheimer’s, new studies show.
Extreme heat events tied to same-day hospitalization, death in kidney dialysis patients
By
Alicia Lasek
Aug 09, 2019
Extreme heat is tied to a high risk of same-day hospital admission and death in people with end-stage renal disease, a new study has found.
Flu vaccines may get a boost in potency, endurance, in trial of new compounds
By
Alicia Lasek
Aug 09, 2019
New versions of a compound that can boost influenza vaccine potency are set for clinical trial. The goal is to improve seasonal vaccine effectiveness.
Clinical Briefs for Monday, August 12
By
Alicia Lasek
Aug 09, 2019
Gait, non-motor symptoms perceived as chief Parkinson’s challenges … iPhone, Apple Watch data may spot signs of dementia … Depression in Alzheimer’s could signal cognitive decline … Predicting...
Music and dance spark joyful engagement among people with dementia
By
Alicia Lasek
Aug 08, 2019
Music and dance prompt movement, humor and joy in people with dementia – evidence that the arts improve these residents’ quality of life.
Poor pneumonia outcomes linked to excessive use of broad-spectrum antibiotics
By
Alicia Lasek
Aug 08, 2019
Over-use of broad-spectrum antibiotics can result in poor outcomes and a higher risk of death for people with pneumonia.