These risk factors for dementia can be prevented


By AGENCY
  • Mind
  • Saturday, 15 Aug 2020

Some risk factors for dementia are modifiable, e.g. social isolation, smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, obesity and physical inactivity. — AFP

Up to 40% of dementia cases could be prevented or delayed, according to a report published on July 30 (2020) that called for urgent action on risk factors from excessive drinking to air pollution.

The number of people around the world living with dementia is expected to soar from around 50 million today to over 150 million by 2050.

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