International Report Says Nearly 50% of Dementia Cases Could Be Prevented or Delayed
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Updated · RiverBender.com · Oct 7
International Report Says Nearly 50% of Dementia Cases Could Be Prevented or Delayed
1 articles · Updated · RiverBender.com · Oct 7
Summary
Nearly half of dementia cases could be prevented or delayed, according to a recent international report highlighted as U.S. cases already top 6 million.
Lifestyle changes drive much of that potential reduction, including not smoking, limiting alcohol, staying physically active, and controlling blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol.
Treating depression, hearing loss, and vision loss — along with staying socially and mentally active and avoiding head injuries — may also cut risk by reducing brain damage or building cognitive reserve.
Dementia remains uncommon in midlife but rises sharply after age 75, making early and sustained prevention especially important as populations age.
Researchers say the same habits that support brain health also lower risks for stroke, heart disease, diabetes, and cancer, while earlier detection and new treatments continue to advance.