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Characteristics of people living with undiagnosed dementia: findings from the CFAS Wales study

Laura D. Gamble, Fiona E. Matthews, Ian R. Jones, Alex Hillman, Bob Woods, Catherine A. Macleod, Anthony Martyr, Rachel Collins, Claire Pentecost, Jennifer M. Rusted, Linda Clare

BMC Geriatrics, Volume: 22, Issue: 1

Swansea University Author: Alex Hillman

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BackgroundMany people living with dementia remain undiagnosed, with diagnosis usually occurring long after signs and symptoms are present. A timely diagnosis is important for the wellbeing of the person living with dementia and the family, allowing them to plan and have access to support services so...

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