HEALTHJul 6 · 09:00 UTCNPR NEWSAllison Aubrey

Fast walkers in their 80s cut their risk of cognitive decline by half, study finds

A study found that fast walkers aged 80 and older have approximately a 50% lower risk of cognitive decline, highlighting a link between physical health and brain health.

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