Tag Archives: Physical Activity as a Protective Factor for Cognitive Decline and Dementia

Physical Activity Guidelines (BBC News / DHSC)

Posted on September 12, 2019 by Dementia and Elderly Care News

Summary Physical activity helps to protect against various chronic conditions, including Type 2 diabetes (by 40%), coronary heart disease (by 35%) and depression (by 30%), according to guidance from the four UK Chief Medical Officers. Full Text Link Reference Strengthen … Continue reading →

Health Benefits From Muscle and Bone Strengthening Exercises and Balance Activity (BBC News / PHE / Centre for Ageing Better / NHS England)

Posted on July 8, 2018 by Dementia and Elderly Care News

Summary A review commissioned by Public Health England and the Centre for Ageing Better indicates that muscle and bone strengthening, and balance activities, bring health benefits for adults of all ages, including older adults. Poor muscle strength increases the risk … Continue reading →

Mild Cognitive Impairment: Diagnosis and Management (JAMA)

Posted on December 18, 2014 by Dementia and Elderly Care News

Summary Mild cognitive impairment (MCI), defined as the “pre-dementia stage on the continuum of cognitive decline, characterized by objective impairment in cognition that is not severe enough to require help with usual activities of daily living”, tends to occur in … Continue reading →

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High Intensity Training: Suitable for the Elderly? (BBC News / Journal of the American Geriatrics Society / FSEM)

Posted on July 27, 2014 by Dementia and Elderly Care News

Summary Short six-second bursts of vigorous exercise, known as High Intensity Training (HIT), could potentially transform the health of elderly people by helping to reduce blood pressure and improve general fitness. Researchers at Abertay University believe HIT could help reduce … Continue reading →

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Physical Activity to Prevent Cognitive Decline and Dementia (BMC Public Health)

Posted on July 1, 2014 by Dementia and Elderly Care News

Summary A further systematic review has been published on the likely beneficial effects of physical activity in the prevention or long-term avoidance of cognitive decline and dementia. Full Text Link Reference Blondell, SJ. Hammersley-Mather, R. Veerman, JL. (2014). Does physical … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: Physical Activity as a Protective Factor for Cognitive Decline and Dementia

Health Benefits From Muscle and Bone Strengthening Exercises and Balance Activity (BBC News / PHE / Centre for Ageing Better / NHS England)

Physical Activity to Prevent Cognitive Decline and Dementia (BMC Public Health)

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