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The US-POINTER trial delivers compelling, evidence-based confirmation. 🇺🇸 Multidomain lifestyle interventions can significantly improve cognitive function. They can slow cognitive aging in older adults at risk of decline.
This study empowers you with the knowledge that proactive steps in lifestyle can build resilience against cognitive decline.
It shifts the narrative from cognitive decline being inevitable to one of empowerment. It offers a tangible "blueprint" for maintaining brain vitality.

For caregivers, the US-POINTER findings offer clear, actionable strategies. Your consistent support in these lifestyle areas can make a tangible difference. Specialized pharmacist consultants are a vital resource. They help families implement evidence-based strategies. They offer comprehensive medication reviews, personalized health goal planning, and expert guidance. This includes addressing polypharmacy, managing potential drug interactions, and ensuring medication adherence. By translating these scientific breakthroughs into practical, everyday steps, pharmacist consultants can help ensure peace of mind for caregivers. They contribute to a healthier, happier future for your loved ones.

What is the Pharmacist's role:
Managing multiple medications (polypharmacy) is common for older adults. Medications can cause side effects like dizziness or fatigue. These side effects can directly hinder participation in the very lifestyle changes that US-POINTER proves are vital for brain health. For example, if a blood pressure medication makes your parent dizzy, they might be less likely to engage in physical activity. Or if a sleep aid causes grogginess, it impacts their ability to participate in cognitive exercises.

This is where a pharmacist becomes an indispensable partner. Pharmacists specialize in comprehensive medication reviews. They can identify potential drug interactions, unnecessary medications, or opportunities for deprescribing. They can help simplify complex regimens, making it easier for your parent to adhere to their prescribed treatments. By optimizing medication plans, pharmacists can reduce side effects that might otherwise prevent your loved one from fully engaging in the brain-healthy lifestyle recommended by US-POINTER.

They can also provide personalized advice on how to safely integrate supplements with existing medication regimens, ensuring no harmful interactions. This means your pharmacist helps clear the path for your loved one to truly benefit from these powerful lifestyle interventions.


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Alzheimer's Association. U.S. POINTER Study Results. 2025 www.alz.org/us-pointer/study-results.asp

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