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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Science
Vishwam Sankaran

Why are dementia cases rising more rapidly in China as compared to rest of world?

Scientists have warned of a disproportionate burden of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias in China, with case rates increasing at a faster rate than the global average.

The new research, published on Wednesday in the journal PLOS One, calls for implementing immediate and effective interventions to prevent dementia in the country as early as possible.

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