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To lower risk of dementia, delay risky conditions, experts advise

WASHINGTON — New blood tests that might predict Alzheimer's years before symptoms begin may sound tantalizing for people who worry about later-in-life dementia. Doctors say they aren't quite ready yet — and besides, you don't need a test before trying to lower your risk.

To lower risk of dementia, delay risky conditions, experts advise

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WASHINGTON — New blood tests that might predict Alzheimer's years before symptoms begin may sound tantalizing for people who worry about later-in-life dementia.

Doctors say they aren't quite ready yet — and besides, you don't need a test before trying to lower your risk.

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WASHINGTON — New blood tests that might predict Alzheimer's years before symptoms begin may sound tantalizing for people who worry about later-in-life dementia. Doctors say they aren't quite ready yet — and besides, you don't need a test before trying to lower your risk.

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