By Stephen Beech

One in three people avoid information about their own health - especially regarding severe or incurable conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease , according to new research

Lack of trust in the medical system is one of the key factors, say scientists.

The study found that, far from being the exception to the rule, medical information avoidance - including avoiding doctors’ appointments, medical tests, and patient education materials - is widespread, impacting millions of people worldwide, with direct consequences for early detection and treatment decisions.

Early detection is often the key to successful medical treatment, but the study showed that millions of people do not take advantage of preventive care, screening programmes, or check-ups.

Researchers say such relu

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