What is the difference between forgetfulness and dementia?

Dementia is present in 5% of people aged 65 years and over
It is increasingly present in 20-40% of those over 85 years of age

Causes of Dementia

           • Excessive drinking and smoking over a period of years.
           • Patients with hypertension and diabetes.
           • Patients with high blood cholesterol.
           • People with underactive thyroid glands.
           • People with vitamins B1, B12 and folic acid deficiency.

You can keep your brain healthy if you have a regular health check-up
A health check-up program for Dementia Price 7,000 Baht (normal price 12,000 Baht)

Remark:
This health check-up program does not include the cost for the medical check-up report.
           • This program is available from today until December 31, 2012.
           • Appointments and Enquiries can be made at Internal Medicine Clinic, 4th floor, Samitivej Srinakarin Hospital.
           • Do not take any food and drinks at least 8-12 hours prior to check-up.