The NHS says about 5,000 people have dementia in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
The Atlantic Hotel was the host venue of the first dementia conference in the county last yearGPs, NHS and care home staff, representatives from the voluntary sector, and people with dementia and their carers are attending Newquay's Atlantic Hotel for the event on Friday.The NHS said about 5,000 people have dementia in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
"These include preventing and treating high blood pressure and diabetes, stopping smoking, keeping active and maintaining a healthy weight. "Keeping the brain stimulated with engaging socially and undertaking cognitively stimulating activities such as hobbies, music, puzzles also help."
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