Dementia Prevention in Midlife: What You Can Do Now

The shadow of dementia looms larger than most of us realize. With a 42% lifetime risk between ages 55-95 and projections showing nearly one million new cases annually by 2060, this condition demands our attention while we still have power to act.Drawing from rigorous research and personal experience, we unpack the surprising connections between everyday choices and future brain health. Tracy shares her raw, emotional journey caring for her mother with Alzheimer's, highlighting both the personal toll and practical challenges families face when dementia strikes. The conversation shifts between scientific findings and lived experience, creating a powerful case for prevention.Beyond genetics, we explore the modifiable risk factors within our control. Cardiovascular health emerges as a critical protector, with diabetes in midlife carrying similar dementi ...