Ground-breaking research identifies 15 factors that significantly raise chance of developing illnessAlcohol misuse, coming from a lower socioeconomic background, loneliness and having a hearing impairment are among 15 factors found to significantly increase the risk of early-onset dementia, according to a “ground-breaking” study.Almost 4 million people worldwide experience dementia symptoms under the age of 65, with 370,000 people aged newly diagnosed each year. Continue reading…
Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/society/2023/dec/26/alcohol-loneliness-increase-risk-early-onset-dementia
Author : Tobi Thomas Health and inequalities correspondent
Publish date : 2023-12-26 16:00:40
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Alcohol misuse and loneliness ‘increase risk of early-onset dementia’
