More recent generations may face a lower risk of dementia

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People born in more recent generations may face a lower risk of developing dementia as they age, according to Australian and international research. The study found that after adjusting for age, rates of dementia were decreasing across the US, Europe and England. The authors say if these trends continue, the health and socioeconomic burden of dementia is not likely to increase in the future beyond the burden associated with population ageing.

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Organisation/s: The University of Queensland

Funder: Ms Dou is recipient of a PhD scholarship from The University of Queensland

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