{"id":18632,"date":"2026-09-21T10:24:07","date_gmt":"2026-09-21T07:24:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.euromedica.gr\/?p=18632"},"modified":"2026-09-21T10:44:12","modified_gmt":"2026-09-21T07:44:12","slug":"world-alzheimers-day-early-diagnosis-can-make-a-difference","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.euromedica.gr\/en\/world-alzheimers-day-early-diagnosis-can-make-a-difference\/","title":{"rendered":"World Alzheimer\u2019s Day: Early Diagnosis Can Make a Difference"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>September 21<\/strong> is dedicated to raising awareness and understanding of <strong>Alzheimer\u2019s disease<\/strong>, a condition that affects millions of people worldwide and has a significant impact not only on patients but also on their families.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Alzheimer\u2019s disease<\/strong> is the most common form of dementia and is primarily associated with progressive changes in memory and cognitive function. Recognizing the early signs and seeking timely medical evaluation can contribute to better management of the condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-advanced-heading uagb-block-f14a3eb9\"><h4 class=\"uagb-heading-text\"><strong>When Does Memory Loss Require Attention?<\/strong><\/h4><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Occasionally forgetting a name, an appointment, or where we have left an object is something that can happen to anyone. 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