Corona Infections & Alzheimer’s Risk
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- * COVID-19 and dementia Risk: A meta-analysis shows a notable connection between COVID-19 infection and an increased risk of developing dementia.
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* COVID-19 and dementia Risk: A meta-analysis shows a notable connection between COVID-19 infection and an increased risk of developing dementia. This risk was observed in both men and women, particularly those over 65, and persisted for up to 24 months post-infection.
* Need for Monitoring & Intervention: The authors emphasize the importance of monitoring cognitive function and providing early intervention after severe COVID-19 cases to possibly mitigate long-term neurological consequences.
* Dementia Prevention resources: The article links to two other articles from fuldaerzeitung.de offering advice on dementia prevention:
* A scientist’s ”personal favorite tip” for dementia prevention. (https://www.fuldaerzeitung.de/ratgeber/gesundheit/alzheimer-demenz-vorbeugen-wissenschaftlerin-barbara-plagg-lieblingstipp-schutz-zr-93883322.html)
* The importance of nutrition in reducing dementia risk. (https://www.fuldaerzeitung.de/ratgeber/gesundheit/gehirn-demenz-risiko-senken-expertin-wissenschaftlerin-lebensmittel-alzheimer-vorbeugen-zr-93715868.html)