WASHINGTON (AP) — About a million Americans a year are expected to develop dementia by 2060, roughly double today’s toll, researchers reported Monday.
FILE - A doctor checks the blood pressure of A 94-year-old woman in Sant Sadurní d'Anoia, Catalonia region, Spain, Friday, July 31, 2020. WASHINGTON — About a million Americans a year are expected to develop dementia by 2060, roughly double today’s toll, researchers reported Monday.
“All of our research suggests what you do in midlife really matters,” said Dr. Josef Coresh of NYU Langone Health, who coauthored the study in the journal Nature Medicine.Taking longer to recall a name or where you put your keys is typical with older age. But dementia isn’t a normal part of aging — it’s a progressive loss of memory, language and other cognitive functions. Simply getting older is the biggest risk and the population is rapidly aging.
“It’s not a guarantee that someone will develop dementia,” cautioned Dr. James Galvin, a University of Miami Alzheimer’s specialist. He wasn’t involved with the new study but said the findings fit with other research.Prior studies estimated about 14% of men and 23% of women would develop some form of dementia during their lifetime. Coresh’s team analyzed more recent data from a U.S. study that has tracked the heart health and cognitive function of about 15,000 older adults for several decades.
But people can try to avert or at least delay health problems that contribute to later dementia. Coresh, for example, wears a helmet when biking because repeated or severe brain injuries from crashes or falls increase the risk of later-in-life dementia. Stay socially and cognitively active, too, Galvin said. He urges people to try hearing aids if age brings hearing loss, which can spur social isolation.
Sports Weather Traffic Talk And Community. Home Mynorthwest.Com
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Thousands of Native Americans suing Arizona over sober living homesFord Hatchett joined the ABC15 team as a multimedia journalist in January of 2023.
Read more »
Arizona Lawsuit Alleges State Aided Fraudulent Sober Living Homes Targeting Native AmericansA class-action lawsuit against the State of Arizona accuses the state of knowing about fraudulent activity in sober living homes for years but failing to act. The complaint alleges that the fraudulent bills paid by AHCCCS grew from $43 million in 2020 to $2.8 billion in 2023, and that the state did not properly vet the bills before paying them. The lawsuit represents approximately 7,000 Native Americans, with at least 2,000 going missing or dying.
Read more »
Arizona Lawsuit: Medicaid Agency and Health Department Blamed for Sober Living Crisis Affecting Native AmericansA class action lawsuit has been filed against Arizona's Medicaid agency and Department of Health, alleging they caused harm to thousands of Native Americans due to the state's sober living crisis. The lawsuit claims fraudulent billing for behavioral health services, reaching an estimated $2.8 billion, created a humanitarian crisis that left individuals suffering injuries, deaths, drug addictions, and homelessness. Lawyers argue the state was aware of the massive fraud since 2019 and failed to address it.
Read more »
Arizona Medicaid Scandal: Native Americans Exploited in Sober Living Home SchemeA class action lawsuit alleges that Arizona state leaders knew about a scheme targeting Native Americans seeking treatment for addiction but failed to act. The lawsuit details tragic stories of exploitation and death, highlighting the vulnerability of Native Americans in the state's Medicaid system.
Read more »
Americans Living Abroad Sing Praises for Everyday US ConveniencesExpats who have lived abroad are sharing the simple pleasures they missed most about the United States upon their return. From free tap water in restaurants to the convenience of 2-day shipping and readily available healthcare, Americans are appreciating the everyday perks often taken for granted.
Read more »
Americans Share Shocking Differences After Living AbroadDiscover the surprising 'America is a scam' stories shared by people who have moved to or from the US. From healthcare to everyday costs, these experiences highlight stark contrasts between American and international life.
Read more »