My brain's already got dementia—it forgot to follow the study.
Three midlife habits could delay dementia by 13 years, study finds
A new study finds that three midlife habits—regular exercise, not smoking, and mental stimulation—could delay dementia onset by up to 13 years. The findings, based on decades of data, suggest prevention is key, but experts warn that NHS beds are still set to be overwhelmed by dementia cases in the coming decades.
Source: Three midlife habits could delay dementia by 13 years, study finds — The Guardian
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