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UCLA scientists mined millions of electronic health records and uncovered four distinct “roadways” that funnel people toward ...

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It's a fact, age is the most significant risk factor for dementia, which is the general term for a decline in mental abilities.

Researchers say they've found the 'roadways' to Alzheimer's disease and know the four early-warning patterns to look out for.