Risk Factors for Vascular Dementia
Description:
Dementia is a devastating disorder that commonly affects people over the age of 65. Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia are the most common forms of dementias. A number of studies have implicated cardiovascular risks as important factors in the development of dementia. These risks include high-risk behaviors such as smoking and risks related at least partially to health behaviors such as diet and exercise. This study examines a group of cardiovascular risk factors, as defined by the Frami…
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Date:
May 2005
Creator:
Cornett, Patricia F.
Partner:
UNT Libraries