New Zealand dementia cases rising but prevention strategies can help
Three New Zealanders develop dementia every 60 minutes, but prevention measures could reduce future aged care demand.
Dementia diagnoses in New Zealand are increasing, with three cases identified every hour. Researchers say preventative steps could significantly ease pressure on aged care services in the coming years. The prevention strategies available offer people an opportunity to reduce their dementia risk before diagnosis becomes necessary.
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How to stop dementia long before diagnosis
From The Detail: Every 60 minutes, three New Zealanders develop dementia, and that number is getting worse. The good news – there are things we can do to help avoid it. The post How to stop dementia long before diagnosis…
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Steps to combat dementia could free up thousands of aged care beds in future – report
The report's author says dementia prevention must go hand in hand with aged care reform.