Crucial link could explain how Alzheimer’s takes hold
A crucial link between the brain’s cleaning system and deterioration of neurons associated with Alzheimer’s disease has been discovered by University of Queensland researchers. Professor...
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Public support for Alzheimer’s disease blood tests
Blood tests for diagnosing dementia would be much more acceptable to the public than current tests offered, according to a new survey. The news comes...
What is Dementia?
Dementia is the name for a group of symptoms that commonly include problems with memory, thinking, problem solving, language and perception. In a person with...
The link between hearing loss and dementia
Recent research has revealed the link between Dementia and hearing loss, finding that those people who suffer with hearing loss may have a higher risk...
Dementia risk differs between sex and gender identity, study suggests
Dementia risk differs between sex and gender identity, study suggests: Transgender and non-binary adults may be at higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease – the...
Intermittent fasting and dementia study
Intermittent fasting as a protection against dementia: Researchers from the University of Melbourne and the Royal Melbourne Hospital will lead a study examining whether intermittent...
Why is everyone talking about Dementia?
Dementia is a public health priority with a huge human and economic burden. 50 million people are living with dementia globally and 850,000 of those...
Exercise could delay onset of Alzheimer’s disease
Six minutes of high-intensity exercise could extend the lifespan of a healthy brain and delay the onset of neurodegenerative disorders, such as Alzheimer's disease and...
Link between sleep apnoea and dementia
UQ study explains link between sleep apnoea and dementia: Researchers at The University of Queensland have discovered a link between obstructive sleep apnoea and an...
One in three Alzheimer’s carers has persistent symptoms of depression
One in three Alzheimer's disease family caregivers has persistent symptoms of depression: More than 60% of family caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer's disease (AD) experienced...
