Get the latest Science News and Discoveries

Think it’s just aging? Why dementia is missed for 3.5 years on average


Many people with dementia endure long delays—often over 3 years—before receiving a diagnosis, with even longer waits for younger patients. A global review of over 30,000 cases reveals that age, dementia type, and systemic healthcare issues like specialist access and cultural barriers contribute to these delays. Researchers call for coordinated strategies to raise public awareness, reduce stigma, and train clinicians to recognize early symptoms and streamline referrals.

None

Get the Android app

Or read this on ScienceDaily

Read more on:

Photo of Dementia

Dementia

Related news:

News photo

Dementia takes 3.5 years to diagnose after symptoms begin - EurekAlert!

News photo

Is the air you breathe silently fueling dementia? A 29-million-person study says yes

News photo

Long-term exposure to outdoor air pollution linked to increased risk of dementia - EurekAlert!