In today's episode, we're joined by Dr. Chen to discuss a pressing concern for the elderly: dementia. As one of the primary causes of death among senior Western populations, the race is on to find treatments or preventive measures for dementia. Dr. Chen enlightens us about an intriguing potential solution: lithium.

The Dementia Dilemma:

Dementia stands as a dominant cause of death in elderly Westerners.

Despite extensive research, no disease-modifying treatments are currently available.

Lithium: A Potential Answer?

Lithium, typically known for its psychiatric applications, has been proposed as a possible treatment for dementia.

Study Design and Methodology:

Dr. Chen's team carried out a retrospective cohort study spanning 15 years using electronic clinical records from secondary care mental health service ...