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Exercising in mid and later life can reduce dementia risk – new study

Exercising in mid and later life can reduce dementia risk – new study

People who did a lot of physical activity between 45 and 64 had much lower odds of developing dementia – even when they carried a genetic risk factor.

19.11.2025 6

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Joyce Siette

Could cold sores increase the risk of Alzheimer’s disease? A new study is no cause for panic

Alzheimer’s is a complex disease caused by many interacting factors. It’s possible the herpes virus could play a small role – but the evidence...

22.05.2025 5

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Joyce Siette

Dementia risk depends on more than lifestyle factors. Overstating this can cause stigma and blame

Are we promoting prevention strategies that work for everyone, or only for those who already have the means and access?

13.05.2025 10

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Joyce Siette