WHO issues guidelines to reduce the risk of dementia

PET scan results that are part of a study on Alzheimer's disease at a hospital in Washington

PET scan results that are part of a study on Alzheimer's disease at a hospital in Washington Source: AAP

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Guidelines say people can reduce their risk of dementia by adopting a healthy lifestyle, and exercising their bodies and brains.

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