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The Link Between Blood Clots and Post-Covid Brain Fog

Oxford University researchers have suggested that blood clots may be the cause of post-Covid brain fog experienced by individuals who were hospitalized with the virus. A study found that patients with cognitive problems had high levels of two proteins involved in clotting. The excess clotting during a Covid infection could potentially lead to long-term damage, causing cognitive issues. Blood clots can result in a lack of blood supply to the brain or fatigue, both of which can contribute to cognitive problems. The findings may apply to infected individuals who were not hospitalized, and researchers hope to identify predictors and mechanisms to treat long-term cognitive problems in Covid-19 patients.

via The Telegraph|

#blood-clots #brain-fog #cognitive-problems

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Daytime Naps Promote Healthy Aging, Study Finds.

Taking short daytime naps may protect the brain's health as it ages, according to researchers who found that the practice is associated with larger brain volume. Brain shrinkage, which occurs with age, is accelerated in people with cognitive problems and neurodegenerative diseases, with some research suggesting this may be related to sleep problems. The study drew on data from the UK Biobank study that has collated genetic, lifestyle and health information from 500,000 people aged 40 to 69 at recruitment.

via Slashdot|

#alzheimers-disease #brain-health #cognitive-problems

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Sleep Apnea Linked to Cognitive Decline in Men, Study Shows

A new study published in Frontiers in Sleep has found that obstructive sleep apnea is harming the brain, leading to cognitive problems such as poor judgment, impulse control, and difficulty recognizing other people's feelings. The study focused on otherwise healthy middle-aged men newly diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea, and found that cognitive deficits rose with increasing severity. It is estimated that as many as 26% of adults in the US ages 30 to 70 have sleep apnea, but the condition is widely underdiagnosed. Treatment options include continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machines, mandibular advancement devices, and surgery.

via AOL|

#brain-health #cognitive-problems #diagnosis

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Sweet cravings may indicate early signs of dementia.

Researchers provide 11 signs and symptoms of cognitive problems to be aware of, as they may signify the onset of dementia. Many symptoms of early- versus later-onset dementia are the same, except that someone with early-onset dementia is more likely to have notable changes in their mood, personality, behavior, or communication abilities early in the course of their condition. Up to 40% of cases of dementia can be delayed or prevented by living a healthy lifestyle, managing medical conditions, sleeping well, using hearing aids if needed, and staying mentally and socially active.

via Neuroscience News|

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