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Secondhand Smoke and Low Vitamin D Linked to Cognitive Decline

SHS exposure had [a] synergistic effect with VDD on cognitive impairment among [the] elderly, recent study reports showed.

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  1. Study examined impact of secondhand smoke exposure and vitamin D deficiency on cognitive impairment in older adults.
  2. Vitamin D deficiency independently associated with increased risk of low scores on cognitive tests.
  3. Synergistic effects of secondhand smoke exposure and vitamin D deficiency observed.
  4. More pronounced effect in participants with overweight and obesity.
  5. Lead author emphasized the importance of modifying living habits contributing to cognitive impairment.
  6. Further research into mechanisms underlying associations is recommended.

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