Pyeongtaek Implements Small-Scale Early Dementia Screenings in Second Half of Year

[Suwon Ilbo=Reporter Seo Dong-young] Pyeongtaek City announced on the 5th that it will conduct small-scale early dementia screenings (memory tests) for 34,722 residents aged 60 and above in the second half of this year.

Early dementia screenings are conducted through dementia screening questionnaires to measure and identify cognitive decline in the target population. According to the test results, those suspected of cognitive decline will undergo primary neuropsychological evaluation and secondary differential diagnosis before receiving a final dementia diagnosis at a partnered hospital.

Additionally, the Dementia Relief Center provides support for partnered hospital screening fees worth 80,000 to 150,000 won. Furthermore, for those who receive a final diagnosis of dementia and fall within 120% of median income (workplace insurance premium of 180,250 won for four-member households), medication expenses will be subsidized up to 30,000 won per month in out-of-pocket costs for low-income households.

For more information about free early dementia screenings, contact Pyeongtaek Dementia Relief Center (031-8024-4404) or Songtan Dementia Relief Center (031-8024-7306).