Risk factors

Experts find that the roots of dementia go back to childhood

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Experts find that the roots of dementia go back to childhood

Dementia is often associated with older people, but it doesn’t just appear out of the blue. Some risk factors may start before we’re even born, while others appear as we move through childhood and into young adulthood. According to research, this may be the best time to start intervention. Previous studies have identified a variety … Read more

Researchers have discovered 2 new risk factors for dementia. Here’s what they are.

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Researchers have discovered 2 new risk factors for dementia. Here’s what they are.

Advances have been made in the world of dementia research compared to even a few years ago. There is now a blood test that can accurately diagnose Alzheimer’s 90% of the time, and more is being understood about the factors (many of which are lifestyle habits) that can put you at greater risk for the … Read more