New Scientist | Autoimmune disorders linked to an increased risk of dementia New Scientist Based on data collected between 1999 and 2012, the study's findings add to mounting evidence that chronic inflammation – a common feature of many autoimmune disorders – may be a trigger of dementia and Alzheimer's disease. Previous studies have ... Autoimmune disease may be linked to heightened dementia risk New support group lends a hand to those who care for Alzheimer's and dementia patients Dementia Risk Up with Autoimmunity |