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Alzheimer's disease overview

Alzheimer's disease is the most common type of dementia, responsible for about 60% of all cases in the UK. Symptoms of Alzheimer's, including early-onset Alzheimer's, include problems with memory, judgement, and thinking, which makes it hard to work or take part in day-to-day life. As the stages of Alzheimer's progress, memory loss and other signs of Alzheimer's become more apparent. Many people find help with Alzheimer's medications, but there is no cure for this form of dementia.

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Most people lack basic dementia knowledge

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What is dementia?

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Dementia is a term that doctors use to describe what happens when someone's brain stops working properly. People with dementia become forgetful and confused. Many of us forget things as we grow older. But for people with dementia, this forgetfulness gets very bad. They might forget how to do everyday things, such as getting dressed.

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