Midlife stress may trigger Alzheimer’s in women: Study

A study by UT Health San Antonio found that high midlife stress, marked by elevated cortisol levels, may raise Alzheimer's risk in postmenopausal women. Analysing data over 15 years, researchers linked cortisol to increased amyloid plaque buildup. The findings highlight stress management and hormone awareness as key to reducing Alzheimer's risk in aging women.