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Subjective Cognitive Decline Among Veterans
1 in 7
1 in 7 veterans aged 45 years
and older are experiencing
Subjective Cognitive Decline
33%
33% of veterans with
SCD had to give up
day-to-day activities
82%
82%
of veterans
with SCD have at least
one chronic condition
One in three
One in three veterans with SCD say it interfered with social activities, work or volunteering
Less than half
less than half of veterans with SCD have
discussed their symptoms with
a healthcare provider
28%
28% of veterans with SCD need
help with household tasks
