Cholesterol Dementia Risk Factors 
Science Daily - Heart Disease
OCTOBER 23, 2024
In middle-aged people, having risk factors like blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol that are not well-controlled combined with not following certain healthy habits including exercise, diet and sleep, are linked to a higher risk of stroke, dementia or depression later in life, according to a new study.
Cardiometabolic Health Congress
AUGUST 23, 2024
The 2024 report from the Lancet Standing Commission on Dementia Prevention, Intervention, and Care brings promising developments for healthcare professionals and public health advocates. Key Takeaways: Up to 50% of all dementia cases could potentially be prevented or substantially delayed. Presented by Pamela B. Morris, MD.
Dr. Paddy Barrett
AUGUST 22, 2023
Being a carrier of the APOE4 gene variant is associated with higher rates of the most common type of dementia, late-onset dementia. Of those with late-onset dementia, up to 65% are carriers of the APOE4 gene variant 1. Of those with late-onset dementia, up to 65% are carriers of the APOE4 gene variant 1. What to do?
Dr. Paddy Barrett
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
Advanced cholesterol testing. Fitness testing for Cardiovascular risk assessment. Using cardiac imaging tests to define risk. Best practices for reducing LIFETIME Cardiovascular risk. Thinking About Cardiovascular Risk in terms of odds. Appreciating The Differential and Combinational Impact Of Risk Factors.
Cardiometabolic Health Congress
JUNE 7, 2024
He highlighted that cardiovascular health is essential for cognitive health, noting the common occurrence of vascular dementia. ” She emphasized the importance of measuring Lp(a) levels and addressing them by optimizing risk factor reduction. She noted that certain risk factors for heart disease change during this time.
Stroke Journal
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
Background:Adherence to the American Heart Association's Life’s Essential 8 (LE8) reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease. While the epsilon (ε) 4 variants within theAPOEgene have been extensively investigated as a risk factor for dementia and stroke,APOEε4 carriers have not been thoroughly studied as an at-risk population.
Dr. Paddy Barrett
AUGUST 9, 2024
More than heart disease or cancer, the risk of dementia often creates much greater anxiety in the patients I see. And given that dementia is routinely in the top 5 leading causes of death, this concern is dually warranted. But can dementia be prevented? 14 Ways To Prevent Dementia. 14 Ways To Prevent Dementia.
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