A 70-year-old man is diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). He is anxious about progressing to dementia. He asks what he can do to reduce his...

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A 70-year-old man is diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). He is anxious about progressing to dementia. He asks what he can do to reduce his risk. According to current evidence, which modifiable risk factor has the STRONGEST association with progression to dementia?

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Physical inactivity, cardiovascular risk factors (hypertension, diabetes, obesity), and social isolation

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Hair colour

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Blood type

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Eye colour

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Handedness

uk-dgm MCQ (SBA): Modifiable Risk Factors for Dementia

A 70-year-old man is diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). He is anxious about progressing to dementia. He asks what he can do to reduce his risk. According to current evidence, which modifiable risk factor has the STRONGEST association with progression to dementia?