IrelandA study conducted by researchers from New York University Langone Health analyzed data from the Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities (Aric) study to identify midlife health factors linked to delaying dementia. The research found that maintaining normal blood pressure, avoiding type 2 diabetes, and not smoking between the ages of 45 and 65 were associated with up to 13 additional years of dementia-free life. The study tracked 12,409 individuals with an average age of 56, revealing significant differences in dementia-free years based on the presence of these risk factors. While the study highlights potential preventive strategies, it also notes gender and racial disparities in dementia outcomes.
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