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Dementia study sees promising data after risk-reduction tactics
STAT • • health
Key Points:
- The Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC) has attracted approximately 10,200 attendees from 115 countries, marking an increase of 1,700 participants from the previous year.
- The newsletter will not be published tomorrow due to scheduling, but a wrap-up edition will be available on Wednesday, with conference news posted on statnews.com at 9:15 a.m. Eastern.
- A Latin American study presented at the conference has been praised as a "landmark" effort in understanding Alzheimer’s disease risk factors.
- Established risk factors for Alzheimer’s include poor nutrition, inadequate sleep, cardiovascular issues, lack of physical activity and social engagement, and lower education levels.
