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flag Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people over 60 face triple the dementia risk, with diagnosis hindered by distance, trauma, and lack of culturally competent care.

flag Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 60 and over face dementia rates three times higher than the general population, with even greater risk in remote areas. flag Many go undiagnosed due to barriers like traveling thousands of kilometers for testing, causing fear of not returning home. flag Health issues such as diabetes, smoking, and alcohol use, along with trauma from the Stolen Generations, contribute to higher risk. flag Experts stress the need for culturally appropriate care, better training for health professionals, community-based support, and more Indigenous health workers to improve diagnosis and quality of life.

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