Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Life Expectancy

Researchers in 2016 estimated that there were 43.8 million people in the world with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia—27 million women and 16.8 million men. These numbers are growing rapidly. In fact, it’s expected to more than double to 100 million by 2050.1 Here’s what you should know about Alzheimer’s disease and dementia life expectancy.

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