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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Nina Massey

The 15 key factors that increase the chance of getting dementia

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The health issues that increase the risk of young-onset dementia have been revealed by a new study.

The study identified 15 risk factors, which are similar to those for late-onset dementia, including hearing impairment, heart disease, social isolation and lower socioeconomic status.

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