The results of a recent study from the University of British Columbia are hitting the headlines this week. Researchers examined the quality of online information about Alzheimer’s prevention, calling into question the real mandate of over half the articles they found through Google searches. The study indicates that it can be difficult to distinguish high-quality information resources from those websites that are leveraging unreliable content to sell health products and services. Published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease, the study goes on to outline five things to consider when doing online health research. The key takeaway? The most trustworthy health advice is based on scientific research.
Research evidence is the foundation of the McMaster Optimal Aging Portal. So, if you’re looking for credible information about Alzheimer’s disease – check out our evidence-based resources below.
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- Blog Post: Exercise and dementia: What does the latest research tell us?
- Blog Post: Just a "senior's moment"? What are the best ways to diagnose dementia?
- Blog Post: What does drawing clocks have to do with driving cars?
- Web Resource Rating: Alzheimer's disease: Can ginkgo products help?
- Web Resource Rating: Reminiscence therapy for dementia
- Web Resource Rating: Many older people with dementia could come off antipsychotic drugs finds new review
- Evidence Summary: Respite care for people with dementia and their carers
- Evidence Summary: Vitamin E for Alzheimer's dementia and mild cognitive impairment
- Evidence Summary: Family members who make decisions on behalf of dementia patients need support to ensure decisions reflect the patient's wishes, preferences and values
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Many of our Blog Posts were written before the COVID-19 pandemic and thus do not necessarily reflect the latest public health recommendations. While the content of new and old blogs identify activities that support optimal aging, it is important to defer to the most current public health recommendations. Some of the activities suggested within these blogs may need to be modified or avoided altogether to comply with changing public health recommendations. To view the latest updates from the Public Health Agency of Canada, please visit their website.
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