Dtsch Arztebl Int
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The further development of public-health approaches for the prevention of dementia requires estimates of the number of people with dementia, trends in incidence and prevalence, and the potential impact of preventive measures. ⋯ We assume that the number of people with dementia in Germany will increase, but there is considerable prevention potential. Multimodal prevention approaches to promote healthy aging should be further developed and put into practice. Better data are needed on incidence and prevalence of dementia in Germany.