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Anemia and cognitive impairment linked
Anemia – a disorder categorized by a deficiency of red blood cells – has been found to be linked to cognitive impairment according to new findings. The study revealed that female participants with anemia performed lower in verbal memory and executive functions. Additionally, mild cognitive impairment (MCI) was doubled in those diagnosed with anemia.
Dementia is the end result of mild cognitive impairment, so researchers focus on this stage of cognitive decline as a modifiable stage in order to delay or prevent the onset of dementia. Those with MCI are at a greater risk of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, but MCI can remain stable for years, thus delaying the onset of both cognitive illnesses. The more we understand about MCI, the more we can work to prevent dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.
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