Tau Accumulation And White Matter Changes Linked To Hypertension Overview This study explored how amyloid buildup and hypertension interact to affect tau accumulation and atrophy in the entorhinal cortex (EC), while also investigating cerebral blood flow (CBF) as a potential shared mechanism. The researchers analyzed data from two cohorts of older adults
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Alzheimer’s Disease Revealed By Reliable Digital Memory Assessments
Alzheimer's Disease Revealed By Reliable Digital Memory Assessments Alzheimer's disease (AD) research has advanced in detecting pathological changes through biomarkers, but cognitive measures lag in capturing early, subtle impairments. Traditional assessments designed for overt deficits are now outpaced by discoveries in episodic memory networks within the medial temporal lobe, which are
Antipsychotic Injectable Medications Deplete Neurotrophic Factor In Schizophrenia Patients
Antipsychotic Injectable Medications Deplete Neurotrophic Factor In Schizophrenia Patients Overview Schizophrenia (SCZ) and schizoaffective disorder (SAD) are severe psychiatric conditions influenced by both genetic and environmental factors. Serum brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) has been identified as a potential biomarker for these disorders, though its temporal changes remain unclear. This study analyzes data
Dementia Studies Reveal Home Foreclosure Is Associated With Memory Decline
Dementia Studies Reveal Home Foreclosure Is Associated With Memory Decline Overview Housing insecurity is increasingly affecting older adults, yet its impact on cognitive health remains underexplored. This study examines the relationship between foreclosure and cognitive outcomes, specifically memory decline and the probability of dementia, in older adults. The analysis utilized data from
Alcohol Use Increases Risk Of Falling and Head Trauma In Geriatric Population
Alcohol Use Increases Risk Of Falling and Head Trauma In Geriatric Population Overview Falls are a prevalent concern among adults aged 65 and older and represent the leading cause of traumatic brain injuries in this age group. Alcohol consumption may elevate the risk of falls and exacerbate the severity of related injuries.
Heart Transplant Patient Confessions About Life Quality
Heart Transplant Patient Confessions About Life Quality Overview Survival rates following heart transplantation (HTx) have markedly improved over recent decades, underscoring the need to examine the long-term quality of life (QoL) for these patients. This study assessed the QoL of 75 individuals who had survived 20 to 31 years (average 24.9 years)
Menopause Attitudes, Body Image, And Eating Disorders Affect Quality Of Life
Menopause Attitudes, Body Image, And Eating Disorders Affect Quality Of Life Overview The experiences and quality of life during menopause can greatly differ among women. While menopause is often linked to adverse effects on eating habits and body image, the impact on quality of life based on eating disorder risk status is
Burnout In Overwhelmed Healthcare Providers: A Tool For Risk Identification
Burnout In Overwhelmed Healthcare Providers: A Tool For Risk Identification Overview The aim of the Cross-sectional study was to create a predictive model for identifying high-burnout risk among nurses. This research utilized an online survey, gathering data with the Chinese Maslach Burnout Inventory-General Survey (CMBI-GS) and self-administered questionnaires. These questionnaires covered demographic, behavioral,
Skin Cancer Incidence Highest In Patients Experiencing Adversity
Skin Cancer Incidence Highest In Patients Experiencing Adversity Overview The influence of emotional states on skin conditions is well-recognized, yet the specific impact of stress on the development of skin cancer remains under-explored. This retrospective study aimed to broaden the understanding of skin cancer risk factors by examining the intricate relationship between
Dementia Risk Increase In Diabetic Patients With Poor Glycemic Control
Dementia Risk Increase In Diabetic Patients With Poor Glycemic Control Overview This study investigated the association between glycemic variability and dementia risk among 171,964 individuals with type 2 diabetes. Despite optimal glycosylated hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) levels, variability in HbA1c over the long term was found to increase the hazard of dementia. The
