New project in Bangladesh aims to help those suffering from dementia

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It is estimated there are about 4,60,000 people living with dementia in Bangladesh; the number is expected to rise to 8,34,000 in 2030 and 21,93,000 in 2050. In addition, the world’s eighth-largest populous country, (of more than 160 million), the expected number of people over 60 is expected to increase by 9% by 2025 and 21% by 2050.

However, despite these high figures, not only is there a lack of dementia awareness and knowledge in Bangladesh, but there is also a great stigma associated with the condition. As a result, people living with Alzeimer’s and related conditions do not get proper care and are isolated from the society at large; and their care givers also suffer.

Aiming to tackle this issue, the Alzeimer Society of Bangladesh has received support from government, medical experts and international organisations, to begin building a Dementia Service and Information Centre in Deogaon, Thakurgaon, Bangladesh.

Dr Shamsul Huda, MBBS (Dhaka), Life Member, Alzeimer Society of Bangladesh explains that the dementia centre will not only benefit people and their carers, but ‘we are determined to conduct research based works and training programs for caregivers through this centre’

He highlights that whilst Bangladesh may be a poorer country, there are many skilled and dedicated people involved in the project, and they are determined to make it a success.

‘People with dementia were once like you. They still need you to love them. Can you help us build a dementia free tomorrow?’ he asks.

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