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Scientists Reveal The Optimal Amount of Sleep For Lower Dementia Risk


A lack of good-quality sleep has long been linked to an increased risk of developing dementia, but recent research goes further – giving us an optimal amount of overnight slumber to minimize dementia risk later in life.

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