ABSTRACT
The identification of modifiable risk factors present in mid-life, which are associated with the development of dementia in later life opens a new role for primary care, namely dementia prevention. Several risk factors, including smoking, obesity, physical inactivity and hypertension, overlap with other chronic diseases; thus, dementia could be incorporated into routine chronic disease management. However, patient, public and even practitioner awareness of these links is low. Here, we discuss the importance of raising awareness and the potential role of digital interventions to support individuals make and maintain changes in their lifestyle that may reduce or delay the development of dementia in later life.
