There are two points in the death certificate process, Campbell explained, where the backlog visibly increases. The first occurs when obtaining the medical records to prove the cause of death.

These are referred to as “Track 2” patients. • Dementia was the medical condition listed for 81 of the Track 1 patients, and 25 of the Track 2 patients.

It may also help lower the risk of developing dementia. Another area of interest is the effects of physical activity after dementia has already been diagnosed.