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Lost on Memory Lane: Episode 2: "Accurate diagnosis is crucial"

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The 21st of September is Alzheimer’s Awareness Day— and experts say accurate diagnosis is crucial in treating the most common form of dementia.

For the rest of this month, HOT1027 News is looking at dementia – which is the umbrella term for several diseases that affect memory, cognitive ability and behaviour — interfering with a person’s ability to carry out daily life.

HOT1027’s Tara Penny has more…
21 Sep 2025 English South Africa Entertainment News · Documentary

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