Dementia is one of today's health time bombs, affecting more than 700,000 people in the UK. This book examines the clinical evidence and analyses risk factors such as smoking, excess alcohol, high blood pressure, obesity, physical inertia, and poorly controlled and undiagnosed type 2 diabetes. It also explores the impact of genetic factors; the role of intellectual stimulation; hobbies and activities; the case for remaining physically active; and the importance of social networks. While we can't rely on lifestyle changes as a way of avoiding dementia, the good news is that they may help delay its onset and slow its progress.

About the Author
Dr Tom Smith is one of Sheldon's best and most longstanding authors. A GP based in Scotland, and an award-winning medical writer, he contributes health columns to a number of newspapers, including the Doctor Doctor column in the Guardian.


Book Information
ISBN 9781847091468
Author Tom Smith
Format Paperback
Page Count 128
Imprint Sheldon Press
Publisher John Murray Press
Weight(grams) 180g
Dimensions(mm) 215mm * 140mm * 7mm