A new study delves deeper into how lifestyle factors could influence dementia risk.
By Robby Berman, Medical News Today
New Research Highlights Vascular Health as a Key to Reducing Dementia Risk
Emerging evidence shows that nearly half of dementia cases may be linked to modifiable cardiovascular risk factors, including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and heart disease. A recent study published in The Journal of Prevention of Alzheimer’s Disease found that these factors contribute to early brain changes long before symptoms appear, especially in vascular dementia. The research underscores the importance of proactive heart and metabolic health management across adulthood to help keep dementia at bay.
Sarah Bullard, PhD, ABPP, Director of Psychology at Gaylord Specialty Healthcare, is featured in the article, providing expert perspective on why dementia is not simply a disease of old age and how early lifestyle choices and health care interventions can meaningfully influence long-term brain health.
Read the full article here to learn how controlling vascular risk factors today can support cognitive health tomorrow.
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