Dementia: Why Blacks Have It Worse

Black people are twice as likely to develop dementia compared to their Caucasian counterparts. What could be the reason behind this disparity? Beyond racial inequality, this article delves into seven additional factors—ranging from genetics and diet to lifestyle choices—that may help explain the increased risk. It also provides practical advice for individuals of African descent to help reduce their chances of developing the condition.

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Dementia: Why Women Have It Worse

Women are twice as likely as men to develop dementia. What could be the reasons for this disparity? I delve into the contributing factors and explore strategies women can adopt to address the issue.

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Dementia: Why Military Veterans Have It Worse

Military veterans are twice as likely to have dementia as their civilian counterparts. Why is this so? Being a military veteran myself, this is of special interest to me. I explore the various factors causing this and discuss what leaders in the military and servicemen themselves can do about it.

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Dr. Dayo David Ajibade is the  founder of Brain and Body Solutions in Abuja, an integrated health centre that addresses brain and body challenges with breakthrough biomedical technologies.

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