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A single episode of shingles increases cognitive decline by 20%, study says

Here’s another reason to get the shingles vaccine. The aches and pains of shingles don’t end with the episode, but the effects could be long-term, a up-to-date study suggests. Researchers found that an episode of shingles increases cognitive decline by 20%. Shingles is viral infection caused by the varicella zoster virus, the same virus that […]

Study identifies lifestyle habits linked to cognitive decline in older adults

A vigorous lifestyle is usually associated with a reduced risk of cognitive decline in older adults. However, among lifestyle habits, researchers have now identified a key factor that has the greatest impact on the cognitive health of older adults. According to the latest test The UCL-led study, which examined around 32,000 adults aged over 50 […]