Lifestyle changes to lower dementia risk for older adults
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This research study tests whether a program of healthy eating, exercise, and other lifestyle changes can lower your risk for dementia. It is designed for people aged 65–75 with a family history of dementia who want to take steps to keep their brain healthy.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 to 75 years old
- You have a close family member (parent, brother, or sister) who has or had dementia
- You do not have any memory loss or thinking problems now
- You can read, write, and speak English well
- You have a computer, tablet, or smartphone with internet at home
- You have not been in the hospital in the past 3 months
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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