UK and Australian studies link eyesight to dementia risk
Turns out, your eyes could give clues about your brain health.
Fresh studies from the UK and Australia found that people with vision problems, like slower visual processing or declining eyesight, are more likely to have poorer cognitive performance or cognitive decline later on.
The big takeaway? Simple vision checks might become a handy tool for catching dementia risk sooner.
Sight checks may indicate dementia risk
The Australian study linked worsening eyesight to issues with memory and problem-solving, especially when social factors were involved.
Nikki-Anne Wilson from Neuroscience Research Australia pointed out that catching and treating vision problems early could help lower dementia risk.
Meanwhile, the UK study followed people for 12 years and found that slower visual processing speed was tied to higher chances of developing dementia, highlighting why regular eye exams matter as we age.