Prevention of Dementia

Being aware of dementia early has the following advantages:
①Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) ※In this stage, devising lifestyle habits may delay the transition to dementia or prevent it from shifting.
②Early treatment (such as taking medicine) at an early stage may slow progress.
③You can review your life according to the situation of yourself and your family, and prepare for the future.
※Mild cognitive impairment (MCI): Forgetfulness is seen as the main symptom, but it has little effect on daily life and cannot be diagnosed with dementia.

If you are worried about forgetfulness, have any problems or concerns, do not worry alone and consult your GP or specialized medical institution once.
You can also check it by yourself or someone close to you.

"Checklist for early detection of dementia that can be done by yourself" (PDF: 1,534KB)
※The results of this checklist are only approximate guides and do not replace medical diagnosis.
　Diagnosis of dementia requires a consultation at a medical institution.
※If your physical function is reduced, your score may be higher.

Yokohama City recommends the following checks according to the "Checklist for Dementia Discognition Checklist".
(Let's be able to check all three.)
□　I receive physical checkup once a year.
□　There is a family medical institution (doctor, dentist, pharmacy).
□　I am engaged in activities (hobbies, volunteer activities, etc.).

Knowing the points of life that are less likely to suffer from dementia, and continuing to practice them on an ongoing basis will help maintain the functions of acknowledgement functions and slow down the decline in acknowledgement functions.

Early awareness and four hint leaflets that lead to dementia prevention (PDF: 4,953KB)

We are making various efforts in each region as activities to prevent nursing care, including activities to maintain cognitive functions. Specifically, please refer to ward office (Elderly and Disabled Support Division) or Local Elderly Care Management Center.
・Prevention of nursing care from a healthy life

・Yokohama health style (Yokohama walking point, Yokohama health stamp rally, Yokohama senior volunteer point) (outside site)