Singaporean Matters: Dementia

Caring for our elderly

In 2030, 1 in 4 Singaporeans will be above the age of 60. Singapore has one of the most rapidly aging populations in the world.

According to research, the incidence of Alzheimer's dementia increases dramatically with age: 3% of people aged 65-74, 17% of people aged 75-84 and 32% of people aged 85 or older have dementia. With an average life…