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Study Finds Vision Decline Signals Dementia Up to 12 Years Early

6/25/2025

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A groundbreaking study in Norfolk reveals that a decline in visual sensitivity could signal dementia up to 12 years before a formal diagnosis. Analyzing 8,623 participants, researchers found that those who later developed dementia struggled with visual tests. Eye movement problems may serve as early warning signs, paving the way for timely interventions through eye-tracking technology.

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A groundbreaking study in Norfolk reveals that a decline in visual sensitivity could signal dementia up to 12 years before a formal diagnosis. Analyzing 8,623 participants, researchers found that those who later developed dementia struggled with visual tests. Eye movement problems may serve as early warning signs, paving the way for timely interventions through eye-tracking technology.