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Indicator name:
Dementia inclusion in ministry portfolio
Rationale:
Including dementia within the portfolio of a ministry allows it to receive national coordination, governance and support.
Definition:
Dementia is formally recognized within a ministry portfolio as a condition that is actively monitored and for which a government department or agency is responsible
Method of estimation:
Existence of a focal point, unit, sector or other body within the Ministry of Health (or equivalent) provided by the national authority's response
IMRID:
5001
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