Early Dementia Detection Moves Forward with a Blood Test

Under the auspices of the UK Biobank project, researchers have identified biological markers that can predict onset of dementia more than a decade before formal diagnosis

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Dementia is a collective term encompassing a decline in cognitive abilities severe enough to disrupt daily functioning, with Alzheimer's disease being the most common cause. As of 2022, approximately 50 million individuals worldwide are living with dementia, a figure expected to triple by 2050 due to global aging trends. Treatment options primarily focus on managing symptoms and enhancing quality of life.