Type 1 Diabetes As Related To Alzheimer’s Disease(tauopathy)
Risk Factors
Alzheimer's disease is the fifth leading cause of death in American adults age 65 and older. It affects as many as 5 million Americans and millions more people worldwide.
Age
Age is the primary risk factor for Alzheimer's disease. The number of cases of Alzheimer's disease doubles every 5 years beyond age 65. According to the U.S. Alzheimers Association, 1 in 8 people age 65 and older have Alzheimers disease. While less common, Alzheimers can also affect younger people. About 200,000...
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