Alzheimer’s in Kazakhstan: What Explains Rising Diagnosis

Alzheimer’s in Kazakhstan: What Explains Rising Diagnosis

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA — With more than 55 million people living with dementia globally, Kazakhstan is seeing an upward trajectory in Alzheimer’s disease incidence. Experts say the increase reflects demographic ageing, improved recognition of cognitive decline and more systematic case registration. Photo credit: shutterstock “It was once believed that Alzheimer’s disease or dem…