The NHS is urging friends and family to look out for signs and symptoms of dementia in their loved ones as they meet up over the festive period.
Dr Jeremy Isaacs, NHS England's National Clinical Director for Dementia said people can help bring those worries to the attention of a doctor for assessment.
Report by Etemadil.
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