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Forgetting your family

Lost memories and strange behaviour: As more of us live longer, more families are dealing with Alzheimer’s and dementia. What happens when your loved one forgets you?

Lost memories and strange behaviour: As Africa’s elderly population grows, more families are dealing with Alzheimer’s and dementia. But there is still misunderstanding and stigma attached to the conditions. After losing her father, Elizabeth started a mission to raise awareness about the illness and help families still dealing with it.
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