Brigham and Women's Hospital study finds shingles increases long-term cognitive decline risk by 20%, particularly in APOE4 gene-carrying men.
A new study from Brigham and Women's Hospital finds that experiencing shingles increases the long-term risk of cognitive decline by 20% and is particularly associated with higher risk among men carrying the APOE4 gene. The research emphasizes the importance of shingles vaccination in preventing the condition and potentially safeguarding cognitive health in later years. The study suggests that shingles may damage blood vessels in the body and brain, leading to cognitive decline.
August 14, 2024
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