<p>Dementia has just surpassed heart disease to become the leading cause of death in Australia—a statistic that marks a seismic shift in public health. </p><p>This powerful video breaks down the latest data from 2024, revealing that over 17,500 Australians died from dementia this year, accounting for 9.4% of all deaths. </p><p>Meanwhile, heart disease has dropped dramatically due to decades of successful interventions.</p><p>But here’s the real twist: dementia deaths have soared 39% in just ten years, and unless action is taken, over a million Australians could be living with dementia by 2065. </p><p>The numbers are even more alarming for women, who make up 62% of all dementia-related deaths.Unlike heart disease, dementia can&#39;t be &quot;fixed&quot; once symptoms set in. </p><p>Prevention is everything—and it starts decades earlier. The video emphasises science-backed strategies like regular physical activity, managing vascular health, maintaining strong social ties, mental stimulation, and quality sleep. </p><p>These habits don’t just promote general wellness—they’re powerful tools against cognitive decline.If you&#39;re in your 30s, 40s, or beyond, this episode is a must-watch. </p><p>Discover how daily choices influence your long-term brain health and why it’s time to bring the same urgency to protecting our brains as we did our hearts.</p>