What Do You Know About Alzheimer Disease?
Which of these is the strongest risk factor for developing the disease?
Question 4 of 10
Heredity
Age
Exposure to toxins
None of the above
The correct answer is:
Age
Explanation:
Although some studies have shown an association between certain modifiable lifestyle factors and a reduced risk for Alzheimer disease, the National Institutes of Health says that age is the strongest known risk factor where most people receive the diagnosis after age 60. An early onset familial form can also occur, although it is rare.
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