As the population ages it’s estimated the number of people living with dementia will almost double by 2054.

While scientific advances could change that, one expert believes a single-minded focus on finding a cure could be distracting from improving the lives of people with dementia now.

Dr Michael Chapman argues a dementia diagnosis can be an opportunity for learning and hope – for sufferers and their loved ones.

Guest/s

• Dr Michael Chapman,  director of palliative care at Canberra Hospital, head of palliative care research at Canberra Health Services