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dementia

[dih-men-shuh, -shee-uh] / dɪˈmɛn ʃə, -ʃi ə /


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A new study suggests that disruptions in the body's internal clock may be tied to a higher risk of dementia.

From Science Daily

These lingering cells have been linked to many age-related conditions, including diabetes and dementia.

From Science Daily

These blockages interfere with the brain's ability to clear harmful substances and may appear well before clear dementia symptoms develop.

From Science Daily

Joan now regularly delivers talks to students about her day-to-day life with the condition, navigating the online world, and the importance of treating dementia patients with dignity and respect.

From BBC

“As the size of the U.S. population aged 65 and older continues to grow, so too will the number and proportion of Americans with Alzheimer’s or other dementias,” the Alzheimer’s Association says.

From MarketWatch