Memory and mood check yearly (from 70)
What it is
A 5-minute cognitive screen at the family doctor; hearing aids, blood pressure control and exercise are the treatable levers.
When to check with a professional
New confusion over hours or days is an emergency (delirium: infection, medication) — same-day doctor.
Sources
- Integrated Care for Older People (ICOPE) — World Health Organization
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