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Millions have this brain condition—a major study just linked it to dementia - Newsweek

Published by Newsweek By Melissa Fleur Afshar · 19 October 2026 at 16:31
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Millions have this brain condition—a major study just linked it to dementia - Newsweek
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Large study finds epilepsy may be a key warning sign for young-onset dementia, linked to higher risk before age 65.

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