Screening for Dementia

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Michael Wilkes

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Dementia is a serious problem. Its frequency is increasing as the population ages. It's now the seventh leading cause of death moving ahead of flu and pneumonia. Some are advocating that we begin screening for this disease--this is NOT a good idea.

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