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Study Links Early Menopause to Increased Alzheimer's Risk

10/21/2025

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A study presented at the 2025 Annual Meeting of The Menopause Society shows that earlier menopause increases women's risk of Alzheimer's disease.
The research, involving nearly 2,600 women, found that the APOE e4 gene variant and systemic inflammation markedly worsen memory decline linked to earlier menopause.
Experts say clinical trials should account for female-specific factors such as menopause, genetics, and inflammation, and pursue personalized treatments to improve outcomes.

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Story summary

A study presented at the 2025 Annual Meeting of The Menopause Society shows that earlier menopause increases women's risk of Alzheimer's disease.
The research, involving nearly 2,600 women, found that the APOE e4 gene variant and systemic inflammation markedly worsen memory decline linked to earlier menopause.
Experts say clinical trials should account for female-specific factors such as menopause, genetics, and inflammation, and pursue personalized treatments to improve outcomes.