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7 New Dementia Risk Factors Revealed — Including One Millions Struggle With
- The World Health Organization updated its dementia risk guidelines by adding seven new factors: stroke, traumatic brain injury, vision impairment, sleep problems, HIV, air pollution, and menopausal hormone therapy.
- Sleep problems and vision impairment may contribute to dementia by affecting brain function, though evidence for vision treatment in dementia prevention is currently insufficient.
- The World Health Organization advises against menopausal hormone therapy to prevent dementia in women aged 65 and older, citing insufficient evidence for younger women as well.
- Lifelong dementia prevention strategies include protecting the brain from injury and toxins, engaging in social activities, cognitive challenges, and continuous learning to maintain brain health.
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