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Only 16% of Australian women know dementia is the top cause of death for their gender — and that’s a wake-up call. Shockingly, nearly half of all dementia cases could be prevented or delayed by managing just 14 key risk factors like high cholesterol, social connection, and eye health — many of which need attention in midlife. Experts say building cognitive reserve through mental challenges and social engagement can protect even those with genetic risks. Stories like Jane Turner’s — who wished she’d been told to monitor her brain health like her breasts — reveal a devastating gap in public awareness. Now, a national dementia campaign is gaining momentum, backed by a $23 million boost to research and programs like “Maintain Your Brain,” aiming to turn dementia from an inevitable fate into a preventable condition before it’s too late.

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