Instead of looking at a person’s risk over the next 10 years, starting at age 40, doctors are now advised to consider the patient’s risk over the next several decades, starting at age 30.
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July 23, 2026Instead of looking at a person’s risk over the next 10 years, starting at age 40, doctors are now advised to consider the patient’s risk over the next several decades, starting at age 30.