Older studies estimated a lower risk of dementia. According to new research, the number of people living with the disease in the U.S. is expected to double by 2060.

Summary

A new study in Nature Medicine reveals that lifetime dementia risk is higher than previously thought, rising to 42% for men and women, compared to older estimates of 14% and 23%.

The increase is tied to longer lifespans and better diagnostic practices.

Black Americans and women face elevated risks due to factors like systemic inequities, genetic predispositions, and longer lifespans.

Dementia cases are expected to double by 2060.

Experts stress prevention through managing diabetes, hypertension, and lifestyle changes, while noting dementia is not inevitable with aging.

  • LambdaRXEnglish
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    2 days ago

    It’s simple, we need to kill Americans, so we don’t get dementia.