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Alzheimer's Risk Factors Start at Age 24, Study Finds

4/22/2025

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A groundbreaking study from Columbia University uncovers that Alzheimer’s risk factors may begin influencing cognitive function as early as age 24. Researchers identified connections between memory performance and various biomarkers in individuals aged 24-44, highlighting the urgent need for early prevention strategies to combat Alzheimer’s risk in the U.S.

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A groundbreaking study from Columbia University uncovers that Alzheimer’s risk factors may begin influencing cognitive function as early as age 24. Researchers identified connections between memory performance and various biomarkers in individuals aged 24-44, highlighting the urgent need for early prevention strategies to combat Alzheimer’s risk in the U.S.