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Bone Drugs May Lower Dementia Risk | Wilmington News

Bone Drugs May Lower Dementia Risk | Wilmington News

Published 1 month ago
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New research links osteoporosis drugs to a lower risk of dementia—specifically, nitrogen-containing bisphosphonates cut dementia risk by 16% in older adults, and up to 24% compared to other bone meds. Scientists are exploring a “bone-brain axis,” suggesting strong bones may support brain health—but this observational study from Hong Kong doesn’t prove causation, and more trials are needed before prescribing these drugs for cognitive protection.

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