Sunday, December 14, 2014

Sleep Apnea May Raise Risk for Dementia | Everyday Health

Sleep Apnea May Raise Risk for Dementia | Everyday Health: Older men who have breathing difficulties or spend less time in deep sleep may be at greater risk of brain changes that can precede dementia, a new study suggests.

Experts said the findings don't prove that breathing disorders, including sleep apnea, lead to dementia. But they add to evidence that poor sleep may play a role in some older adults' mental decline.

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