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The Idea that Dementia Is "Inevitable because It Runs in the Family" Is a misconception... Lifestyle Habits of People with a High Genetic Risk but a Roughly 30% Lower Risk of Developing the Disease.
When is the best time to start preventing dementia? Dr. Takayoshi Shimohata, a neurologist and professor at Gifu University, says, "The 2024 report by a committee organized by the medical journal 'The Lancet' lists 14 'reversible risk factors.' It states that the earlier you start taking measures against these risk factors, the better, and that it is important to continue them for as long as possible."
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When is the best time to start preventing dementia? Dr. Takayoshi Shimohata, a neurologist and professor at Gifu University, says, "The 2024 report by a committee organized by the medical journal 'The Lancet' lists 14 'reversible risk factors.' It states that the earlier you start taking measures against these risk factors, the better, and that it is important to continue them for as long as possible."