It’s common to experience some issues with memory, thinking and behavior as we age. However, changes that interfere with daily life could be a sign of something
more serious, such as dementia.
Dementia is the umbrella term for a person’s decline in memory and other cognitive abilities that is severe enough to interfere with daily life. It is not a normal part of aging. The most common cause of dementia is Alzheimer’s (AHLZ-high-merz), a progressive brain disease that results in the loss of brain cells and function.
Someone in the world develops dementia every 3 seconds. There are over 55 million people worldwide living with dementia in 2020. This number will almost double every 20 years, reaching 78 million in 2030 and 139 million in 2050. Much of the increase will be in developing countries. Already 60% of people with dementia live in low and middle income countries, but by 2050 this will rise to 71%.
During the month of June we will release a series of blog post to increase the awareness of these common diseases. These posts will go more in depth on dementia related topics, care/treatment options and free support for you or your loved one.
Take Care
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