Effects of physical and social environments on the risk of dementia among Taiwanese older adults: a population-based case-control study.

Chih-Ching LiuYu SunShiann-Far KungHsien-Wen KuoNuan-Ching HuangChung-Yi LiSusan C Hu

Published in: BMC geriatrics (2020)

Our study suggests that specific physical and social environmental features have different influences on the risk of dementia. Public health interventions may consider these environmental aspects for preventing dementia incidence.

Keyphrases

climate change
human health
mild cognitive impairment
physical activity
mental health
public health
cognitive impairment
healthcare
risk factors
risk assessment