All Articles on Dementia
Dementia risk isn’t higher in people who take proton pump inhibitorsDr. Sascha Dublin explores what this reassuring finding from the Kaiser Permanente-UW ACT study means for patients with acid reflux.
ACT study plans new project on brain injury and dementia in veteransBrains from veterans in Adult Changes in Thought study, led by KPWHRI’s Dr. Larson, are among 2,500 that University of Washington is examining.
Targeting risk factors could prevent 1 in 3 dementia casesInternational experts on The Lancet Commission report, including KPWHRI's Dr. Eric B. Larson, identify 9 risk factors from childhood onward.
Dementia is developing in a smaller proportion of older Americans over timeTrend tied to more education, physical activity, and controlling heart risks, say Dr. Eric B. Larson and University of Michigan team
Preventing dementia: A long-term ACT idea goes mainstreamNext week, biostatistician Dr. Jennifer Bobb attends her second symposium for the 30-year Adult Changes in Thought study. Here’s a meeting preview.
Continuous medical care is crucial for people with dementiaDr. Larson discusses how continuity of care for dementia patients may lower costs, emergency visits, and hospital stays.
Early signs of cognitive impairment? Learn about Your Life, Your ChoicesIf you or a loved one is experiencing cognitive impairment or even early signs of Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, now is a good time to start talking with your health care providers and family members about advance care planning.
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