Multiple Sensory Impairment Is Associated With Increased Risk of Dementia Among Black and White Older Adults

Few studies have examined impairment in multiple senses (multisensory impairment) and risk of dementia in comparison to having a single or no sensory impairment. We studied 1,810 black and white nondemented participants from Health, Aging, and Body Composition (Health ABC) Study aged 70–79 years at enrollment. Sensory impairment was determined at our study baseline (Year 3–5 of Health ABC) using established cut points for vision (Bailey–Lovie...