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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Vishwam Sankaran

Popular heartburn medicine linked to dementia

Robert Boston

Long-term use of heartburn medicines used to tackle acid reflux could be linked to an increased risk of dementia, according to a new study.

Acid reflux is a condition that occurs when stomach acid flows into the oesophagus either following a meal or when lying down and can lead to symptoms like heartburn and ulcers.

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