New guidelines have been released that expand the list of modifiable dementia risk factors. The updated list now includes 19 factors, an increase from the original 12. This expansion provides more information for individuals looking to reduce their risk of dementia.

Further details about the updated guidelines are available, including the specific factors that have been added to the list. One of the new risk factors is something that millions of people struggle with, although more information would be needed to understand its impact.

The updated list of 19 modifiable dementia risk factors is part of ongoing efforts to better understand and address dementia risk.