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Healthy Living and Location Cut Dementia Risk, Study Finds

7/16/2025

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Dementia, a condition impacting millions, leads to troubling memory lapses and poses a complex challenge due to its varied causes. Yet, adopting a healthier lifestyle—through exercise and a nutrient-rich diet—can help reduce risk. A study of 1.2 million U.S. veterans found that where one lives also matters, with mid-Atlantic states showing a lower incidence compared to the southeast and northwest.

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Story summary

Dementia, a condition impacting millions, leads to troubling memory lapses and poses a complex challenge due to its varied causes. Yet, adopting a healthier lifestyle—through exercise and a nutrient-rich diet—can help reduce risk. A study of 1.2 million U.S. veterans found that where one lives also matters, with mid-Atlantic states showing a lower incidence compared to the southeast and northwest.