366: Can Over-the-Counter Meds Cause Dementia?

According to one recent study, there are two specific over-the-counter medications that can cause a 44% increase in the risk for developing dementia. Does this mean I have to throw out everything I have in my medicine cabinet? Join us this week as Teepa discusses why medications and dementia are a tricky correlation, and why medical providers' familiarity with the Beers List can be very helpful.Want to go deeper?The more you understand about brain change and the factors that affect it, the better equipped you are to ask the right questions — and to support the people around you. Positive Approach to Care® (PAC™) offers learning experiences for care partners and professionals alike.🔹 For families and care partners: Champion Courses give you a deeper understanding of how the brain changes in dementia — and what that means for everyday decisions, including conversations with medical providers.→ Link🔹 For healthcare professionals and educators: The Dementia Educator Certification (Tier 2) is designed for those who want to go beyond personal care knowledge and equip others with evidence-informed approaches to dementia.→ Link🔹 Not sure where to start? Accepting the Challenge is an accessible introduction to Teepa's approach — a strong first step before diving into the clinical side of things.→ Streaming version: Link→ Course version: Link