Almost Half of Dementia Cases Could Be Prevented: 14 Factors That Can Increase Your Risk

Experts say addressing modifiable risk factors may help lower your risk of dementia. Getty Images Millions of people around the world are living with cognitive impairment associated with dementia.
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