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Better heart health slows brain aging and lowers dementia risk, study finds
A JAMA Network Open study finds that better cardiovascular health (CVH) in older adults is linked to lower levels of neurodegenerative biomarkers, particularly neurofilament light chain (NfL). These ...
How genetics, lifestyle promote cognitive health in older adults
with a focus on the apolipoprotein E (APOE) ε4 allele—a genetic risk factor for Alzheimer's disease, using data from more ...
Understanding Alzheimer’s: Who needs genetic testing and what it reveals
The APOE-e4 gene is commonly associated with Alzheimer’s, but it doesn't guarantee the disease; about 20-25% of those with ...