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Scots dementia sufferers deteriorating 'quicker than expected' amid pandemic

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Dementia sufferers have seen their condition deteriorate "more quickly than would normally be expected" during the Covid-19 pandemic, according a new Scottish Government report.

In addition, coronavirus has meant the likelihood of people receiving a timely diagnosis has been reduced, along with options for support after the condition has been confirmed.

But the Scottish Government has now pledged that dementia sufferers and their carers will be able to benefit from increased access to respite and community services, and better post-diagnostic care.

The commitment was included in the new dementia and Covid-19 action plan.There are some 90,000 people in Scotland living with dementia, with most of them living at home, while about a third stay.

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