Impact of COVID-19 pandemic on cognitive decline and brain imaging among community-dwelling older adults in Shanghai: A longitudinal study from 2009 to 2024 | Synapse
March 3, 2026
Impact of COVID-19 pandemic on cognitive decline and brain imaging among community-dwelling older adults in Shanghai: A longitudinal study from 2009 to 2024
Key Points
Cognitive decline increased in older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic, suggesting significant long-term effects.
Brain imaging revealed notable changes in older adults' brain structures compared to earlier periods.
Longitudinal study spanning from 2009 to 2024 examined cognitive function and brain imaging over time.
This highlights the need for ongoing assessments and interventions for older adults post-pandemic.