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Study Reveals Women's Higher Alzheimer’s Risk Linked to Menopause

10/21/2025

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A study finds women are more likely than men to develop Alzheimer's disease.
Earlier menopause is linked to increased cognitive decline.
Researchers identify APOE e4 and systemic inflammation as factors worsening this risk.
The findings will be presented at the 2025 Annual Meeting of The Menopause Society.
A separate study indicates that lowering cholesterol levels may reduce dementia risk and prevent a significant number of dementia cases.

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Story summary

A study finds women are more likely than men to develop Alzheimer's disease.
Earlier menopause is linked to increased cognitive decline.
Researchers identify APOE e4 and systemic inflammation as factors worsening this risk.
The findings will be presented at the 2025 Annual Meeting of The Menopause Society.
A separate study indicates that lowering cholesterol levels may reduce dementia risk and prevent a significant number of dementia cases.