The findings suggest that even a half-hour walk at a quick speed every day could lower the risk of cognitive impairment.
VOA: special.2011.07.27
"People who were physically active on a regular basis had lower risk of cognitive impairments in late life.
VOA: special.2010.07.07
Whether hearing loss is truly a cause of cognitive decline or merely a risk factor associated with the ageing brain, the decline of cognitive abilities into dementia is set to explode financial models of health and social care in Western societies and requires urgent attention.
New research suggests that people exposed to the herpes simplex type 1 virus, the virus that causes cold sores, may be at greater risk for developing cognitive problems, particularly memory problems.
According to the guidelines, not participating in contact sports (to avoid concussions) is the only modifiable way to reduce risk for future cognitive decline or potentially CTE in older athletes with multiple prior concussions.