Audio summary of the article Hypertension (high blood pressure) continues to be a critical global health issue, significantly increasing the risk of heart disease, stroke, dementia and kidney failure. As medical knowledge evolves, treatment guidelines and blood pressure targets have also undergone significant changes. This article provides considerations for establishing individualized blood pressure goals, with […]
Low Testosterone In Men And Dementia
Low testosterone levels have been associated with poor brain function and a higher incidence of dementia in men. A study from the UK Biobank data found that lower total testosterone levels and higher levels of sex-hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) were associated with a higher incidence of dementia (including Alzheimer’s Disease). The men were of an average […]
Dementia Is Preventable
More people are afraid of dementia than of cancer. There are no curative treatments available for conditions like Alzheimer’s Disease. However, there is a lot you can do to prevent it. Dementia is not a part of normal aging, and neither is it inevitable if you have a family history of the condition.
