Geriatrics in Clinical Practice and Beyond: Brain Health, the Sixth Vital Sign

HCA Healthc J Med. 2020 Jun 27;1(3):123-125. doi: 10.36518/2689-0216.1072. eCollection 2020.

Abstract

Description Brain health in middle age and geriatric patients will take on greater importance for health care practitioners in our aging society. This article discusses various approaches clinicians can use for their patients to promote and improve brain health. These are generally the same lifestyle adoptions for cerebrovascular disease and cardiovascular disease prevention: weight management, exercise, and blood pressure and cholesterol lowering. Social stimulation and cognitive activities may also be important for the elderly.

Keywords: Alzheimer Disease; central nervous system diseases; dementia; early medical intervention; geriatrics; public health.

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This research was supported (in whole or in part) by HCA Healthcare and/or an HCA Healthcare affiliated entity.