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fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

The silent killer increases your risk of stroke and dementia. Here's how to control it

Early detection and treatment of hypertension (systolic ≥130/80 mm Hg) with medications and lifestyle changes reduces risks of heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, and dementia.
Public health
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Homocysteine: An Overlooked Factor in Dementia Prevention

Elevated homocysteine levels impair brain chemistry and memory, while modifiable lifestyle factors and targeted testing can help protect cognitive health.
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2 weeks ago

These scientists found Alzheimer's in their genes. Here's what they did next

People who inherit two copies of a gene variant called APOE4 have a 60% chance of developing Alzheimer's by age 85. Only about 2% to 3% of people in the U.S. have this genetic profile, and most of them don't know it because they've never sought genetic testing. But three scientists are among those who did get tested, and learned that they are in the high-risk group.
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Medicine
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

Using the Mind to Outsmart Biology in Huntington's Disease

Epigenetic mechanisms and lifestyle choices can delay Huntington's disease onset and reduce severity despite an unchanged DNA sequence.
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