The Department of Social Development says older persons are relocating to other areas in the Eastern Cape, fearing accusations of witchcraft and the subsequent punishment of being brutally killed. alzheimer easterncape witchcraft
The residents of Ezingqolweni also said they were extremely concerned about the killings of older persons in the area because of a lack of understanding of Alzheimer’s disease.
Oliphant said the department of social development chose the Chris Hani District to do the education and awareness programme as the area is leading in the reported cases of brutal killings of older persons. Although there is currently no treatment available to cure Alzheimer’s, the World Health Organization suggests that in terms of treatment and care, much can be offered to support and improve the lives of people with the disease, their caregivers and families.
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