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DEMENTIA: VERBAL TESTS CAN PREDICT DISORDER

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Verbal tests can predict when a person could develop MCI

Tuesday November 3,2009

By Daily Express Reporter

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LANGUAGE and memory tests can predict when a person is likely to develop mild cognitive impairment (MCI) - a precursor to dementia.

Oxford University scientists followed more than 240 healthy elderly participants for up to 20 years.

Older people and those scoring lower on tests were more likely to develop MCI more quickly.

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In a separate study, Dutch researchers found a healthy diet and regular exercise in mid-life can lower the risk of Alzheimer's.



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