impairment
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According to researchers, as many as 80% of chemotherapy patients experience some degree of cancer-related cognitive impairment.
From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026
"This is one of the first studies specifically designed to assess these interventions for cancer-related cognitive impairment during chemotherapy in patients with multiple diseases using both performance-based cognitive assessments and patient-reported outcomes."
From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026
The new study found that diets high in minimally processed foods, such as fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, fish and unprocessed meats, were linked to a decreased risk of dementia and cognitive impairment.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026
Medical experts say it is intended to identify potential signs of cognitive impairment and determine whether further evaluation may be needed.
From Salon • May 31, 2026
"This case has been cited as one of complete recovery ... without any impairment to the intellect," he says, but in truth, Phineas's personality changed drastically after the accident.
From "Phineas Gage" by John Fleischman
Vocabulary lists containing impairment
"Remarks at the Dedication of the Aerospace Medical Health Center," Vocabulary from the speech
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"Remarks at the Dedication of the Aerospace Medical Health Center" by John F. Kennedy
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