Poor Blood Vessel Health Linked to Memory Loss in Rural Chinese Seniors

Researchers found that microvascular dysfunction—damage to tiny blood vessels—correlates with cognitive decline in older rural Chinese adults. The discovery could reshape how healthcare systems screen for dementia risk and target preventive interventions in underserved populations, where cognitive diseases often go undiagnosed.

Originaltitel: Associations of Microvascular Dysfunction with Mild Cognitive Impairment and Cognitive Function Among Rural-Dwelling Older Adults in China