The many forms of dementia affect those who are afflicted, their families, the health care system, government agencies . . . and the list goes on.  The World Health Organization (WHO) is coordinating the fight against this debilitating disease.  This infographic summarizes some of the symptoms and some actions you can take to fight it–for yourself and for society at large.

 

Take action.  Learn how this awful disease changes the behavior of those it affects and how best to respond to these uncharacteristic (and often hurtful) behaviors when they are directed at you.  Equally important, learn what steps to take to reduce your risk.