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Dementia rising in Africa as researchers seek answers (Level A1) — a man showing something on the computer

Dementia rising in Africa as researchers seek answersCEFR A1

8 Oct 2024

Adapted from Dann Okoth, SciDev CC BY 2.0

Photo by Accuray, Unsplash

Level A1 – Beginner
1 min
48 words
  • Dementia is increasing in Africa.
  • More people in Africa are getting older.
  • Dementia is a public health problem.
  • Research about dementia is still small.
  • Some people think it is witchcraft.
  • Health workers talk with traditional healers.
  • New tests may find dementia earlier.
  • Communities use music, massage and herbs.

Difficult words

  • dementiaA brain condition that affects memory.
  • researchCareful study to learn new facts.
  • witchcraftBelief in magic or spells by people.
  • traditional healerA person who uses old medicines or rituals.
    traditional healers
  • communityA group of people living in one place.
    Communities
  • health workerA trained person who helps with health.
    Health workers

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Discussion questions

  • Have you heard of dementia?
  • Do people in your area use traditional healers?
  • Do you like music to relax?

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