Subjective Cognitive Decline
1 in 9
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1 in 9 people aged 45 years
and older are experiencing
Subjective Cognitive Decline
40%
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40% of people
with SCD had to give up
day-to-day activities
81%
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81% of people
with SCD have at least
one chronic condition. SCD might make the condition more difficult to manage
One in three
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One in three people with SCD say it interfered with social activities,
work, or volunteering
Less than half
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less than half of people with SCD have discussed their symptoms with a healthcare provider
35%
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35% of people with SCD need
help with household tasks
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