In his cognitive epidemiology research, Dr. Hedges investigates factors that contribute to neurodegenerative diseases and neuropsychiatric outcomes with a particular focus on the effects of chronic infection and inflammation.
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In his cognitive epidemiology research, Dr. Hedges investigates factors that contribute to neurodegenerative diseases and neuropsychiatric outcomes with a particular focus on the effects of chronic infection and inflammation.