Update: 35% of worldwide dementia cases could be prevented by modifying these 9 modifiable risk factors

Time for SharpBrains’ July e-newsletter, featuring fascinating scientific findings, emerging brain health practices and insights…and some fun teasers. New research Let’s start with the key take-aways from a new and very insightful evidence review which found nine modifiable risk factors for dementia — accounting for 35% of all cases: — Education by age 15 (during early life) — Hypertension; Obesity; Hearing loss (in mid-life) — Depression; Diabetes; Physical inactivity; Smoking; Low social contact (in later life) Report: 35% of worldwide dementia cases could be prevented by modifying these 9 modifiable risk factors Study shows how practicing gratitude can help train your brain and improve mental health over time With 25% of US physicians aged 65+, hospitals test older doctors on mental and physical acuity New thinking “Our health starts and ends with brain health” — Dr. Sandra Bond Chapman, at the 2016 SharpBrains Virtual Summit Four Ways to Upgrade Brain Health in the Digital Age Call for nominations and applications @ Global Teacher Prize 2018 Upcoming events Brain Health Challenge by MIT Solve (Submissions due August 1st) Reminder and Discount Code: BrainFutures 2017 to take place September 6-7th in Washington, DC 2017 SharpBrains Virtual Summit: Brain Enhancement in the Digital Age (December 5-7th, 2017), featuring a stellar “Sharp Tank” of Judges shaping brain-related innovation in healthcare, education, the workplace, and general q...
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