Lost on Memory Lane: Episode 17: Loneliness

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Loneliness can be as dangerous as illness for older South Africans.

Dementia experts warn that isolation shrinks lives — and they’re reminding us this Alzheimer's awareness Month “ that care must be personal to the person, not just the diagnosis.

HOT1027’s Tara Penny has more…
28 Sep English South Africa Entertainment News · Documentary

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