Severe hypoglycemia linked with higher risk of dementia for older adults with diabetes

Having hypoglycemic (low blood sugar level) episodes that are severe enough to require hospitalization are associated with a greater risk of dementia for older adults with type 2 diabetes, according to a study in the April 15 issue of JAMA, a theme issue on diabetes.

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<p><a href="http://www.physorg.com/news158926730.html">Severe hypoglycemia linked with higher risk of dementia for older adults with diabetes</a></p> <p>Having hypoglycemic (low blood sugar level) episodes that are severe enough to require hospitalization are associated with a greater risk of dementia for older adults with type 2 diabetes, according to a study in the April 15 issue of <i>JAMA</i>, a theme issue on diabetes. </p>