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Do doctors have a higher rate of dementia? Unpacking the Myths and Facts

Recent population-based studies have revealed a surprising statistic: physicians actually have a lower prevalence of dementia than the general population. This challenges the common assumption that high-stress professions lead to an increased risk of cognitive decline and prompts a closer look at what factors might be at play.

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Do Doctors Have Lower Rates of Dementia? What the Research Says

According to a 2019 nationwide population-based study, physicians showed a lower prevalence of dementia compared to the general population. This finding, however, is part of a complex and sometimes conflicting body of research addressing the question: **Do doctors have lower rates of dementia**?

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