Health: Dementia Cases Set to Double by 2060: A Growing Public Health Crisis

A new study in Nature Medicine reports that dementia cases in the U.S. are expected to double by 2060, with 1 million new diagnoses annually. By age 55, 40% of adults may face dementia in their lifetime—a higher risk than previously thought. This alarming projection comes from decades of close follow-up on a racially diverse group, including 25% Black participants who face heightened risk.

The findings emphasize the growing public health challenge of dementia while underscoring the importance of early intervention and targeted support for vulnerable populations. Promising efforts are underway to address this crisis.

(Sources: Washington Post, Nature Medicine, PubMed)