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Dementia Cuts Life Expectancy by 13 Years, Study Finds

1/11/2025

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A groundbreaking study in The BMJ uncovers the harsh reality of dementia's impact on life expectancy. Individuals diagnosed at 65 may face a staggering 13-year reduction in lifespan, while those diagnosed at 85 lose around 2 years. With an average of over 3 years before nursing home admission, nearly 10 million people receive this life-altering diagnosis each year.

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A groundbreaking study in The BMJ uncovers the harsh reality of dementia's impact on life expectancy. Individuals diagnosed at 65 may face a staggering 13-year reduction in lifespan, while those diagnosed at 85 lose around 2 years. With an average of over 3 years before nursing home admission, nearly 10 million people receive this life-altering diagnosis each year.