Lanka Alzheimer's Foundation urges Sri Lankans to 'Ask about Dementia'

THE risk of Alzheimer's disease and other types of dementia increases with age. As Sri Lanka has one of the fastest ageing populations in the region it is estimated that by the year 2050 there will be almost half a million people living with dementia in Sri Lanka.

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This September, the Lanka Alzheimer's Foundation (LAF) joins the global community in commemorating World Alzheimer's Month, the international campaign led by Alzheimer's disease International (ADI) to raise awareness and challenge stigma around dementia.

Now in its 14th year, World Alzheimer's Month emphasises the theme “Ask about Dementia, Ask about Alzheimer's”, encouraging people to seek information, ask questions, and break the silence around a condition that affects more than 55 million people worldwide. Research shows that almost half of dementia cases could be delayed or prevented through healthy lifestyle choices, yet misconceptions persist with 65% of healthcare professionals and 80% of the public still believing dementia is a normal part of aging.