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USC Study Links Type 2 Diabetes to Brain Thinning

5/19/2025

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A groundbreaking USC study reveals a troubling connection between type 2 diabetes and cortical thinning in older adults, especially in memory-related brain areas. Poor blood sugar control takes a toll on brain structure, with Hispanic participants facing the most significant effects. This research underscores the urgent need for focused diabetes management to safeguard cognitive health in aging populations.

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A groundbreaking USC study reveals a troubling connection between type 2 diabetes and cortical thinning in older adults, especially in memory-related brain areas. Poor blood sugar control takes a toll on brain structure, with Hispanic participants facing the most significant effects. This research underscores the urgent need for focused diabetes management to safeguard cognitive health in aging populations.