Three vision issues that could be major early warning signs of dementia

The JAMA Ophthalmology study found that 19% of dementia cases can be attributed to at least one form of vision impairment, meaning they might be avoidable if these are addressed early on

A groundbreaking study from the US has identified three vision problems that could serve as early indicators of dementia. The research, which was published in JAMA Ophthalmology, suggests that a significant 19% of dementia cases might be linked to some form of vision impairment, indicating that early intervention could potentially prevent these cases.

Furthermore, the study found that impaired distance vision, which affects the recognition of small objects from afar, was related to 5% of dementia cases. Meanwhile, impaired near vision, crucial for seeing details up close like text, was associated with 10% of the cases.Read more: Hormone expert explains the five postpartum symptoms that nobody talks about

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