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Genetics and family history

Assessing Risk for Alzheimer's Disease

What are risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease? Learn about genetic and other risks for early- and late-onset Alzheimer's and steps you can take to stay healthy.
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What Causes Alzheimer's Disease?

How does Alzheimer's disease affect the brain? Read how genetics, environment, and lifestyle play a role in developing early- or late-onset Alzheimer’s.
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Alzheimer's Disease Genetics Fact Sheet

Genetic variations are one of several possible risk or protective factors for Alzheimer’s disease. Learn about genetic variations that are associated with Alzheimer’s, genetic testing, and research underway.
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