Gene Variant Doubles Dementia Risk in Men
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Research shows men with two copies of the HFE gene variant H63D are over twice as likely to develop dementia, a risk not seen in women, possibly due to mechanisms beyond iron levels, highlighting potential for personalized prevention strategies.
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