Mild cognitive impairment and its associated factors amongst the older people attending government health clinics in Kuantan.

The findings highlight that a significant proportion of older adults are at risk of progressing to dementia but remain underdiagnosed during the early stages. Optimizing blood sugar control emerges as a crucial strategy to mitigate the progression of MCI to irreversible dementia. Implementation of active cognitive screening programs is essential for early identification and timely intervention.