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Unassuming US town being gripped by DEMENTIA epidemic

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-14664361/Unassuming-US-town-gripped-DEMENTIA-epidemic-Everybodys-got-it.htmlhttps://metro.co.uk/2025/04/30/owning-dogs-cuts-risk-dementia-40-cats-makes-no-difference-22998041/https://www.unilad.com/news/health/starr-county-texas-us-dementia-risks-factors-349611-20250501
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Highlights
  • Starr County's high dementia rate over 20% is linked to toxins, social issues, and heat stress.
  • Dogs over 50 may cut dementia risk by 40%, with strong family support delaying cognitive decline.
  • Reducing toxins, improving healthcare, and boosting social ties are key to lowering dementia in vulnerable areas.
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Owning dogs cuts risk of dementia by 40% - having cats makes no difference

Owning dogs cuts risk of dementia by 40% - having cats makes no difference

US county where 'everybody has somebody in their family' with dementia as doctor speaks out on heartbreaking 'risk factors'

US county where 'everybody has somebody in their family' with dementia as doctor speaks out on heartbreaking 'risk factors'

This Texas county has one of the highest dementia rates in the US — what’s behind it?

This Texas county has one of the highest  dementia  rates in the US — what’s behind it?

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