Science-Backed Dementia Prevention
Research shows 40 percent of dementia cases are preventable through certain, science-backed lifestyle modifications. While there isn’t a way to guarantee you won’t get dementia, there are actionable changes you can make that reduce your risk significantly, even if you have a genetic predisposition to developing Alzheimer’s or dementia.
Latest news about dementia
Interactive learning guide: 14 science-backed ways to prevent dementia
The 2024 Lancet Commission report highlights 14 modifiable risk factors — spanning early- to late-life stages — through which nearly 45% of dementia cases could be delayed or prevented.
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Explore our lifestyle learning guides on brain health
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Scientist in the Spotlight: Dr. Gregory Jicha
An Alzheimer’s expert on cholesterol, statins, and brain health
Neurologist Gregory Jicha at the University of Kentucky explains the role of cholesterol in brain health and shares insights into how certain cholesterol meds could be key to preventing dementia.
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