Playing a musical instrument or singing is linked to better memory in older age
#Music #BrainHealth #MentalHealth #Alzheimers #Dementia
https://www.theguardian.com/society/2024/jan/29/playing-musical-instrument-singing-linked-improved-older-brain-health
#Music #BrainHealth #MentalHealth #Alzheimers #Dementia
https://www.theguardian.com/society/2024/jan/29/playing-musical-instrument-singing-linked-improved-older-brain-health
the Guardian
Playing a musical instrument or singing is linked to better memory in older age
Piano especially associated with improved mental processes in those over 40, Exeter University research finds
Dr. Charles Puza, a New York–based physician, warns that the continual use of anticholinergic medications — such as #Benadryl, #Tylenol PM, and #Advil PM — can be linked to #dementia.
#BrainHealth #InformedChoice #Pharmaceuticals
https://www.buzzfeed.com/kristatorres/benadryl-dementia-risk-tiktok
#BrainHealth #InformedChoice #Pharmaceuticals
https://www.buzzfeed.com/kristatorres/benadryl-dementia-risk-tiktok
BuzzFeed
"It Has Been Associated With An Increased Risk Of Developing Dementia" — This Doctor Is Warning People About The Potential Risk…
Just a friendly reminder for you or someone else...
Could many #dementia cases actually be #liverdisease?
#RightToKnow #Healthcare #PatientCare
https://studyfinds.org/could-dementia-be-liver-disease/
#RightToKnow #Healthcare #PatientCare
https://studyfinds.org/could-dementia-be-liver-disease/
Study Finds
Could many dementia cases actually be liver disease?
A recent study of US veterans found that 10% of those diagnosed with dementia actually had a liver condition called hepatic encephalopathy (HE) – a treatable condition.
#FridayFact
"Globally, the number of people living with, or dying from, neurological conditions such as stroke, Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, and meningitis has risen substantially over the past 30 years..."
This just happens to coincide with the massive increase of #vaccines added to the childhood schedule after drug companies were given immunity from lawsuits in 1987 by Congress.
#Health #Neurology #Neuroscience #BrainHealth #MentalHealth #Alzheimers #Dementia #ChildrensHealth
https://medicalxpress.com/news/2024-03-neurological-conditions-ill-health-disability.html
"Globally, the number of people living with, or dying from, neurological conditions such as stroke, Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, and meningitis has risen substantially over the past 30 years..."
This just happens to coincide with the massive increase of #vaccines added to the childhood schedule after drug companies were given immunity from lawsuits in 1987 by Congress.
#Health #Neurology #Neuroscience #BrainHealth #MentalHealth #Alzheimers #Dementia #ChildrensHealth
https://medicalxpress.com/news/2024-03-neurological-conditions-ill-health-disability.html
#Cannabis Use Linked to Lower #Dementia Risk - #Neuroscience News
#BrainHealth #MentalHealth #NaturalMedicine
https://neurosciencenews.com/cannabis-dementia-neurology-25884/
#BrainHealth #MentalHealth #NaturalMedicine
https://neurosciencenews.com/cannabis-dementia-neurology-25884/
Neuroscience News
Cannabis Use Linked to Lower Dementia Risk
Recreational cannabis use may be associated with a significant decrease in the odds of experiencing subjective cognitive decline (SCD) in adults over 45.
Study Uncovers Serious Side Effects From Common #Dementia #Drugs
#Pharmaceuticals #Alzheimers #InformedConsent #PatientCare
https://www.sciencealert.com/study-uncovers-serious-side-effects-from-common-dementia-drugs
#Pharmaceuticals #Alzheimers #InformedConsent #PatientCare
https://www.sciencealert.com/study-uncovers-serious-side-effects-from-common-dementia-drugs
ScienceAlert
Study Uncovers Serious Side Effects From Common Dementia Drugs
This is very concerning.
New drug’s potentially fatal side effects obscured by ‘soothing acronym,’ doctors say
#Alzheimers #Dementia #Pharmaceuticals #InformedConsent
https://www.latimes.com/science/story/2024-06-17/alzheimers-drug-has-potentially-fatal-side-effects
#Alzheimers #Dementia #Pharmaceuticals #InformedConsent
https://www.latimes.com/science/story/2024-06-17/alzheimers-drug-has-potentially-fatal-side-effects
Los Angeles Times
Alzheimer's drug's potentially fatal side effect, ARIA, obscured by 'soothing acronym,' doctors say
Genevieve Lane, who took Leqembi, died of a mysterious side effect called ARIA. Her death, and those of two other trial participants, have some doctors questioning whether the risks of the Alzheimer's drug are worth its benefits.
A new study reveals that stimulating alpha brain waves using sound may improve sleep in individuals with dementia.
#BrainHealth #Dementia #Alzheimers #HolisticHealth #NaturalMedicine
https://neurosciencenews.com/sound-brain-sleep-26340/ via @neurosciencenew
#BrainHealth #Dementia #Alzheimers #HolisticHealth #NaturalMedicine
https://neurosciencenews.com/sound-brain-sleep-26340/ via @neurosciencenew
Neuroscience News
Sound Therapy May Improve Sleep
A new study reveals that stimulating alpha brain waves using sound may improve sleep in individuals with dementia.
New research has issued a stark warning that long-term use of certain acid reflux medications could increase dementia risk by a whopping 33%.
#Pharmaceuticals #AcidReflux #Dementia #BrainHealth #InformedConsent
https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/health/common-drug-taken-millions-common-33135726
#Pharmaceuticals #AcidReflux #Dementia #BrainHealth #InformedConsent
https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/health/common-drug-taken-millions-common-33135726
The Mirror
Common drug taken by millions for common condition 'increases risk of dementia by 33%'
New research has issued a stark warning that long-term use of certain acid reflux medications could increase dementia risk by a whopping 33%.
“If followed, these guidelines will ruin the lives of tens of thousands of people who will be misinformed that they have dementia.
The only entities that gain from this travesty are the pharmaceutical companies that make drugs for Alzheimer’s and the Alzheimer’s Association, which is preying on fear.” -Dr. Adriane Fugh-Berman, director of PharmedOut, a program based at Georgetown University that tracks pharmaceutical marketing tactics.
#Alzheimers #Dementia #Pharmaceuticals #BigPharma #AlzheimersAssociation #Healthcare #RightToKnow #InformedChoice
https://www.cnn.com/2024/07/01/health/alzheimers-association-criteria/index.html
The only entities that gain from this travesty are the pharmaceutical companies that make drugs for Alzheimer’s and the Alzheimer’s Association, which is preying on fear.” -Dr. Adriane Fugh-Berman, director of PharmedOut, a program based at Georgetown University that tracks pharmaceutical marketing tactics.
#Alzheimers #Dementia #Pharmaceuticals #BigPharma #AlzheimersAssociation #Healthcare #RightToKnow #InformedChoice
https://www.cnn.com/2024/07/01/health/alzheimers-association-criteria/index.html
CNN
In new Alzheimer’s criteria, some see progress while others fear profit-driven ‘diagnostic creep’
With a second pricey drug to treat Alzheimer’s disease set to receive an approval decision soon, the nonprofit Alzheimer’s Association has published the final version of its new diagnostic criteria for the disease.