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CBC Manitoba Radio Noon: The 17 health factors that could shape your future brain health

May 5, 2025 — 

Dr. Nishita Singh, stroke neurologist and assistant professor of internal medicine at the Max Rady College of Medicine, speaks with host Marjorie Dowhos about new research identifying 17 lifestyle and medical factors linked to your risk of stroke, dementia and late-life depression.

Singh talks about what researchers have uncovered from decades of data, why midlife matters and which changes might have the biggest impact.

Singh also tells Dowhos what steps individuals—and society—can take to support healthier aging.

To listen to the entire conversation, please follow the link to CBC Manitoba Radio Noon

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