By Dr. Liji Thomas, MD Reviewed by Lauren Hardaker Aug 6 2025 A study of over 6000 patients shows how Alzheimer’s risk is shaped by sex and age of onset, offering clues that could change diagnosis and treatment options for millions. Study:  Sex differences in clinical risk factors for Alzheimer's dementia patients with early-onset and late-onset . Image credit: Lucigerma/Shutterstock.com A recent study published in Frontiers in Global Women’s Health explored sex-specific differences in the risk