Hospitalization may speed cognitive decline in seniors.

Personally, the connection to a hospital stay & a cognitive decline makes sense, at least from a psycological standpoint. This report by CNN not only shows the toll a trip to the hospital can take on Seniors, but it shows, indirectly, the important role of the Caregiver.

 March 21st, 2012Post by: Caitlin Hagan - CNN Medical ProducerPeople 65 years of age and older experience cognitive decline an average of 2.4 times faster if they have been hospitalized, compared to people of the same age who haven't, according to a new study. To continue reading the entire article click HERE