Question to the Department of Health and Social Care:

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps he is taking to help tackle dementia cases which could be (a) prevented and (b) delayed by addressing modifiable risk factors.

For most people, their local general practice surgery is the first port of call when a health problem starts, so excellent primary care is the key to unlocking timely diagnosis of progressive health conditions like dementia.

The NHS Health Check aims to prevent heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, and some cases of dementia among adults aged between 40 and 74 years old. Through the check, people aged between 65 and 74 years old should be made aware of the signs and symptoms of dementia and be signposted to memory services as appropriate.

The Government is investing in dementia research across all areas, from causes, diagnosis and prevention to treatment, care and support, including for carers.