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Dementia Prevention Could Save Thousands of Beds | Auckland News
Aged care is under serious pressure, but the real fix might not be more beds—it’s tackling dementia head-on. New data reveals we could avoid thousands of cases by cutting 14 major risk factors like smoking and loneliness by just 15%. That’s a massive savings for the health system, especially in underserved communities where unhealthy options are everywhere. And it’s not just about prevention—Māori and Pacific Islanders, who face skyrocketing dementia rates, also need better support. Fixing this for them means fixing it for everyone. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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