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Rethinking dementia to improve experiences for everyone

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As the population ages it’s estimated the number of people living with dementia will almost double by 2054.

While scientific advances could change that, one expert believes a single-minded focus on finding a cure could be distracting from improving the lives of people with dementia now.

Dr Michael Chapman argues a dementia diagnosis can be an opportunity for learning and hope – for sufferers and their loved ones.

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  • Dr Michael Chapman, director of palliative care at Canberra Hospital, head of palliative care research at Canberra Health Services
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As the population ages it’s estimated the number of people living with dementia will almost double by 2054.

While scientific advances could change that, one expert believes a single-minded focus on finding a cure could be distracting from improving the lives of people with dementia now.

Dr Michael Chapman argues a dementia diagnosis can be an opportunity for learning and hope – for sufferers and their loved ones.

Guest/s

  • Dr Michael Chapman, director of palliative care at Canberra Hospital, head of palliative care research at Canberra Health Services
  continue reading

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