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Cognitive Impairment
/ˌkɒɡ.nɪ.tɪv ɪmˈpɛə.mənt/noun
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Cognitive impairment is a decline in mental functions such as memory, reasoning, and decision-making that can interfere with daily life. It often manifests as subtle changes in older adults or more severely in neurological conditions, highlighting its role in early detection of diseases like Alzheimer's and the growing focus on cognitive health in modern healthcare.
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Research shows that engaging in regular physical exercise can reduce the risk of cognitive impairment by up to 50% in older adults, as demonstrated in a 2019 study published in the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease, potentially transforming preventive healthcare strategies worldwide.
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