New research indicates that men's brains shrink faster than women's with age, yet Alzheimer's disease affects women more frequently. A study analyzing over 12,000 brain scans reveals that while men experience a steeper decline in brain regions related to memory and movement, women show less structural loss overall. Factors contributing to the higher prevalence of Alzheimer's in women include hormonal changes, genetic risks, and longer life expectancy. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)