Dementia isn’t a normal part of aging – it’s a progressive loss of memory, language and other cognitive functions. Simply getting older is the biggest risk factor relevant to developing dementia, especially as our population ages rapidly. This study reveals that after age 55, individuals have a striking 4 in 10 chance to eventually develop dementia if they live long enough, significantly higher than prior estimates.
Research indicates lifestyle choices made during midlife greatly factor into dementia risk later on. Dr. Josef Coresh emphasizes that maintaining control of health issues such as high blood pressure can be crucial, stating, 'All of our research suggests what you do in midlife really matters.' He reinforces that interventions aren’t only beneficial but may still be possible even for individuals in middle age.
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