AROUND 900,000 Brits are currently living with dementia
And with an aging population that number will continue to rise as getting older is the biggest risk factor in developing the condition.
Dementia is one of the leading causes of death globally, bringing with it pain and suffering to both those who have it and those around them.
Until a cure is discovered, having ways to spot the condition as early as possible gives people the best chance of managing and alleviating symptoms.
Memory loss is a common sign which most people are aware of.