Better hygiene in wealthy nations may increase Alzheimer's risk

Wednesday, September 4, 2013 - 11:30 in Health & Medicine

New research has found a 'very significant' relationship between a nation's wealth and hygiene and the Alzheimer's 'burden' on its population. High-income, highly industrialized countries with large urban areas and better hygiene exhibit much higher rates of Alzheimer's.

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