Frequent flu linked to accelerated brain ageing, upping dementia risk
People over the age of 75 naturally have a higher risk of developing the condition.
Additional risk factors include:
- High blood pressure
- Damaged blood vessels in the brain
- A weaker immune system.
How to protect yourself from cold and flu
The Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says vaccination is the “best way” to reduce the risk of seasonal flu.
“Good health habits like avoiding people who are sick, covering your cough and washing your hands often can help stop the spread of germs and prevent respiratory illnesses,” the CDC notes.
The study was published in the journal Brain, Behaviour and Immunity.
People over the age of 75 naturally have a higher risk of developing the condition.
Additional risk factors include:
- High blood pressure
- Damaged blood vessels in the brain
- A weaker immune system.
- How to protect yourself from cold and flu
The Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says vaccination is the “best way” to reduce the risk of seasonal flu.
“Good health habits like avoiding people who are sick, covering your cough and washing your hands often can help stop the spread of germs and prevent respiratory illnesses,” the CDC notes.
The study was published in the journal Brain, Behaviour and Immunity.
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