Research indicates a strong correlation between low socioeconomic status and an increased risk of age-related diseases and mortality. Various factors such as intelligence, access to healthcare, education, and lifestyle choices are intertwined with socioeconomic status. A noteworthy study highlights the impact of particulate air pollution on mortality rates in different neighborhoods within US metropolitan areas, shedding light on the complex relationship between wealth, status, and life expectancy.
Dementia risk appears to be higher in socioeconomically disadvantaged neighborhoods, although the exact reasons behind this trend are not yet fully understood. A study conducted in New Zealand aimed to investigate the prevalence of dementia in disadvantaged neighborhoods at a national level. The findings revealed a greater risk of dementia in residents of disadvantaged areas, with early indicators of cognitive decline observed in midlife individuals from these neighborhoods. This suggests a need for targeted interventions to address dementia risk factors in disadvantaged communities.
