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Stephen Beech

Study Reveals Alarming Cognitive Decline In Over-50s During Pandemic

UNSPLASHThe brain health of over 50s deteriorated more rapidly during the pandemic - even if they didn’t catch Covid, according to a new study. STESHKA WILLEMS/PEXELS

UNSPLASHThe brain health of over 50s deteriorated more rapidly during the pandemic – even if they didn’t catch Covid, according to a new study.

Increases in loneliness and depression, less exercise and higher alcohol consumption were all contributing factors, say scientists.

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