GPs are missing an opportunity to champion brain health, writes David Ensor
Dementia is a condition that is widely misunderstood by many people.1 Admittedly, my knowledge of dementia was limited until my late wife, Susan, received the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease. That’s when it became all too real.
When I’ve spoken to other people who’ve been affected by dementia, the word “inevitable” often crops up. Yet to describe dementia as an inevitable part of ageing would be inaccurate. Although there are no sure fire ways to prevent the diseases that cause dementia as risk is influenced by factors such as age and genetics there’s compelling evidence that we can all take steps to protect our brain health.
The Lancet Commission on Dementia has reported 12 modifiable health and lifestyle factors that have the potential to prevent or delay the condition if acted upon.2 The commission proposed that, if these factors were effectively targeted worldwide, dementia cases could dr
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