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Nighttime Light and Alzheimer's Risk Is there a connection?

Exploring the Link Between Outdoor Light Exposure and Alzheimer's Disease in Older Adults

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Naveen Sankar S
Sep 10, 2024
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An illustration depicting the impact of nighttime light pollution on Alzheimer's disease risk. The scene shows a split view of a city at night: one side with bright, artificial outdoor lighting from streetlights and buildings, highlighting a sense of overwhelming light pollution, and the other side with a darker, more natural night sky, showing stars and reduced artificial lighting. In the background, silhouettes of elderly individuals with thoughtful expressions symbolize the link between light exposure and cognitive health. The image should evoke a contrast between the bright, disruptive city lights and a calmer, more natural nighttime environment, emphasizing the study's findings on Alzheimer's risk.

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A recent national study suggests a significant association between artificial outdoor light at night and an increased risk of Alzheimer's disease, particularly in older adults. The findings highlight the need for further research and potential public health interventions to mitigate this risk.

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Artificial outdoor light at night (ALAN…

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