New trial offers guidance on preventing cognitive decline

TAMPA, Fla. — Florida has the second-highest number of people living with Alzheimer’s in the country, according to the Alzheimer’s Association, and a new clinical trial is offering ways to best prevent the disease.

The U.S. POINTER clinical trial, published in late July, is the first large study of its kind to show lifestyle changes can prevent cognitive decline.

Exercising is part of Tampa resident Connor Shinberger’s weekly routine…

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