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flag Older adults falling increase Alzheimer's risk, study suggests cognitive screenings after fall incidents.

flag A study from Brigham and Women's Hospital reveals that older adults who fall are at a heightened risk of being diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. flag The researchers advocate for cognitive screenings for seniors following emergency department visits due to falls, which could facilitate early dementia detection. flag However, they note challenges in follow-up care and the need for more clinicians specializing in geriatric care.

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