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• Many Older Drivers Stay Behind the Wheel Despite Cognitive Impairments: Study

  August 16, 2023

  Martha Garcia

  A new study finds that nearly two-thirds of older drivers with cognitive impairments continue to get behind the wheel, putting them at an increased risk of an auto accident.

• Alzheimer’s Disease Drugs Aduhelm, Leqembi May Cause Brain Shrinkage: Study

  April 19, 2023

  Martha Garcia

  A new study warns that Aduhelm and Leqembi, new Alzheimer's disease drugs, may cause brain shrinkage which accelerates the condition instead of treating it.

• Ultraprocessed Foods May Speed Up Cognitive Decline: Study

  August 9, 2022

  Martha Garcia

  A new study finds that consuming ultraprocessed foods, like fast food and snacks, can increase the rate of cognitive decline.

• Formaldehyde Exposure May Cause Cognitive Impairment in Young People: Study

  December 28, 2021

  Russell Maas

  A new French study links formaldehyde exposure to increased cognitive impairment risks.

• Opioids, Benzos, Linked To Adverse Neurodevelopmental Outcomes in Preterm Infants

  July 9, 2021

  Martha Garcia

  The findings of a new study indicate infants born preterm face an increased risk of negative neurodevelopmental side effects if given opioids or benzodiazapines.

• Aspirin and Other NSAIDS May Help Protect Against Air Pollution Side Effects: Study

  May 20, 2021

  Martha Garcia

  Aspirin and NSAIDs appear to have some protective properties vs. particulate matter air pollution, according to the findings of a new study.

• Preeclampsia And High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy May Worsen Memory Later: Study

  January 8, 2021

  Martha Garcia

  The findings of a new study indicate pregnant women who suffer high blood pressure or preeclampsia may suffer memory loss later in life.

• Memory, Cognition Problems from Nexium, Prilosec, Other PPI Drugs Seen Among Breast Cancer Survivors: Study

  January 21, 2020

  Irvin Jackson

  A new study links heartburn drugs like Nexium and Prilosec to cognition problems experienced by breast cancer survivors.