Men with heart disease risks may develop dementia a decade earlier than women, study finds.

A new study reveals that men with heart disease risk factors, such as obesity, may develop dementia up to a decade earlier than women with similar risks. Analyzing over 34,000 participants, researchers found that poor cardiovascular health is linked to cognitive decline and brain pathology. The study underscores the importance of managing risk factors like high blood pressure and obesity from midlife to reduce dementia risk.

November 27, 2024
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