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Experts estimate more than one million people in the UK are currently living with dementia, with the Alzheimer's Society forecasting this number to surpass 1.4million by 2040. With an ageing population and increased life expectancy, it has emerged as one of the most pressing health and care challenge in the world .

Dementia primarily impacts older people. After the age of 65, the risk of developing dementia, such as Alzheimer's disease , approximately doubles every five years - but for certain people, dementia may develop earlier, presenting different issues for the person affected, their carer and their family.

Regardless of your age, it's crucial to know the symptoms of dementia so you can spot them in yourself and others. Early diagnosis enables appropriate care p

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