Cognitive Decline

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Covert strokes more common than overt in older people

Studies reveal that silent strokes common in older patients.

19 Aug 2019 9:30 AM

The most common problem faced by the elderly is cognitive decline which may show improvement following proper care.

Healthy diet, regular exercise reason behind improving brain power in elderly, says study

Results showed those who exercised showed greater improvements in executive functioning skills compared to those who did not exercise.

22 Dec 2018 11:16 AM

After six months, people who exercised scored higher on thinking tests than they did at the start of the study. (Photo: AFP)

Exercise may improve thinking in sedentary seniors with cognitive decline

Study found exercise improved executive function, which involves person’s ability to regulate behaviour, organize ideas and achieve goals.

20 Dec 2018 4:40 PM

About 50 million people worldwide have dementia, and Alzheimer's is the most common type. (Photo: Pixabay)

Lowering blood pressure helps prevent mental decline, says study

It's the first time a single step has been clearly shown to help prevent cognitive decline.

25 Jul 2018 9:11 PM

Dark chocolate can also reduce insulin resistance, which is another common risk factor for many diseases like heart disease and diabetes.

World Chocolate Day: 7 health benefits of chocolate

Dark chocolate is loaded with nutrients that can positively affect your health.

07 Jul 2018 10:11 AM

Maintaining healthy vision may help keep brain in shape, too

Worsening vision can discourage people from brain-stimulating activities like doing crosswords and engaging with other people.

05 Jul 2018 3:09 PM

It is generally accepted that exercise can delay the onset of Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. (Photo: Pixabay)

Exercise does not delay decline in people with dementia:study

There are about 10 million new dementia cases each year.

17 May 2018 10:42 AM

People with stronger grips have significantly fewer signs of ageing-related degradation of their brain’s white matter.

Limp handshake could mean you're at risk of a deadly heart attack, says study

Studies show feeble grip may condemn us to prematurely losing our good health and intelligence.

09 May 2018 12:24 PM

Widowhood has a deep negative impact on both mental and physical health. (Photo: Pixabay)

Losing spouse late in life linked to cognitive decline, says study

While cognitive functioning declines over time for everyone, it degrades faster for those who had been widowed, regardless of remarriage.

21 Apr 2018 7:41 AM

The research which was carried out in three patients saw that symptoms improved after the device - similar to a heart pacemaker - was fitted directly into their skulls. (Photo: AFP)

Alzheimer’s could be cured using brain pacemakers

New research shows implant being fitted directly into patients’ skulls.

31 Jan 2018 12:21 PM

Cognitive function declined with age in all of the participants, whether diabetic or not. (Photo: Pixabay)

High blood sugar may lead to cognitive decline: study

Cognitive function was assessed at baseline and reassessed every two years.

29 Jan 2018 3:46 PM

Their analysis of studies looking at the effects of physical exercise on cognition did find a benefit.

Working out twice a week may be best medicine for cognitive decline

MCI becomes increasingly common at older ages and is characterised by mild problems with thinking and memory.

08 Jan 2018 8:05 AM

Lack of sleep boosts levels of Alzheimer's proteins: study

Amyloid beta levels in sleep-deprived people were 25 to 30 per cent higher than in those who had slept the night through.

30 Dec 2017 4:04 PM

Both the heart and brain need adequate blood flow, but in many people, blood vessels slowly become narrowed or blocked over the course of their life, a condition known as atherosclerosis, the cause of many heart attacks and strokes. (Photo: Pixabay)

Cognitive decline may be prevented through healthy lifestyle, says study

Many risk factors for atherosclerosis can be modified by following a healthy diet and adequate physical activity.

18 Oct 2017 1:33 PM

Research stresses the importance of taking steps to keep the brain healthy as early as possible, because atherosclerosis can begin in childhood. (Photo: Pixabay)

Healthy heart can protect brain from cognitive decline

Odds of blood vessel damage can be minimized by keeping BP, sugars, cholesterol levels in blood within safe range.

14 Sep 2017 8:57 AM

Doctors have often prescribed the drug "off-label" (Photo: AFP)

Alzheimer's drug for cognitive impairment may be risky

Many people with the condition display symptoms similar to those caused by Alzheimer's disease.

27 Feb 2017 9:43 AM

For adults 70 and older without cognitive problems, playing games was associated with a 22 percent reduced risk of what's known as new-onset mild cognitive impairment. (Credit: YouTube)

Brain games linked to delayed cognitive decline

Devoting several hours a week over several months to learning new activities may be associated with better brain function.

01 Feb 2017 10:34 AM

Computerised gait analysis is a simple, noninvasive test that potentially could be used to identify patients at high risk for cognitive decline. (Photo: Pixabay)

Walking style can predict memory, thinking decline

Alterations in several gait parameters were associated with decline in memory, thinking and language skills.

29 Nov 2016 6:14 PM

Patients with hypertension and moderate risk of heart disease slashed their long-term risk of heart attack by taking a blood pressure medication as well as a cholesterol-lowering statin. (Photo: Pixabay)

Blood pressure drugs cannot prevent cognitive decline: study

Researchers saw a trend toward possible benefits from drug therapy in patients who had the highest blood pressure.

14 Nov 2016 12:52 PM

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