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Preventing Dementia: Early Action Could Save Millions

6/17/2025

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With over 60 million individuals affected by dementia, the toll is staggering—1.5 million lives lost each year and a staggering $1.3 trillion in global costs. Alarmingly, nearly half of these cases could be prevented by tackling risk factors early. Experts urge a proactive approach to brain health, advocating for prevention strategies to begin in adolescence or even sooner.

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Story summary

With over 60 million individuals affected by dementia, the toll is staggering—1.5 million lives lost each year and a staggering $1.3 trillion in global costs. Alarmingly, nearly half of these cases could be prevented by tackling risk factors early. Experts urge a proactive approach to brain health, advocating for prevention strategies to begin in adolescence or even sooner.