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This article argues that reducing the odds of developing dementia is dependent on addressing 14 modifiable risk factors that can be tackled with lifestyle changes or medication.

Summary

  1. These changes can prevent or delay dementia in as many as 45 per cent of cases.
  2. Women make up 63 per cent of dementia cases in Australia.
  3. Higher percentage possibly due to women generally living longer than men.
  4. Dementia is the leading cause of death for Australian women. 
  5. Brain stimulation strengthens neural connections, that might delay cognitive decline.

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