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Depression Linked to Increased Dementia Risk, Urgent Action Needed

5/30/2025

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A groundbreaking study from the University of Nottingham and Curtin University reveals a troubling connection between depression and a heightened risk of dementia in midlife and beyond. Researchers stress the urgency of early detection and treatment of depression, underscoring the critical need to prioritize mental health to safeguard our brains and combat the global dementia crisis.

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A groundbreaking study from the University of Nottingham and Curtin University reveals a troubling connection between depression and a heightened risk of dementia in midlife and beyond. Researchers stress the urgency of early detection and treatment of depression, underscoring the critical need to prioritize mental health to safeguard our brains and combat the global dementia crisis.