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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Neuroscience
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Alzheimer's disease (AD) poses a significant health challenge, particularly in aging populations.
  • Hypertension and sleep deprivation are recognized as potential risk factors for AD.
  • Understanding these risks in diverse, rural communities is crucial for targeted interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the relationship between hypertension, sleep deprivation, and the risk of Alzheimer's disease.
  • To examine these factors in a rural, older, underserved, and ethnically diverse cohort.

Main Methods:

  • A descriptive correlational pilot study was conducted.
  • Quantitative descriptive approach using Pearson correlations, t-tests, and scatter plot analysis.
  • Data collected via surveys and Mini-Cog™ cognitive assessments.

Main Results:

  • 23.1% of participants were at risk for cognitive impairment.
  • Hypertension risk showed a moderate correlation with cognitive impairment risk (r = 0.40, p = 0.01).
  • Sleep quality did not significantly impact blood pressure or cognitive status in this cohort, contrary to some existing literature.

Conclusions:

  • Findings suggest hypertension may be a significant risk factor for cognitive impairment in this specific rural, diverse population.
  • Sleep quality's role in AD risk may differ in rural settings, warranting further investigation.
  • Future research should explore how rural living and cultural factors moderate AD risk factors to inform intervention design.