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Sleep apnea contributes to dementia in older adults, especially women

By InsideWellness Editorial · October 31, 2024

Originally published by ScienceDaily Sleep Disorders.

Sleep apnea, a common yet underdiagnosed sleep disorder, contributes to the development of dementia among adults -- particularly women, a new study suggests. At every age level, women with known or suspected sleep apnea were more likely than men to be diagnosed with dementia.

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