Dementia

Researchers have outlined a syndrome called "mild behavioural impairment" where behaviour changes could indicate dementia may be brewing.

A leading Australian researcher on Alzheimer's has won New Zealand's $NZ250,000 Ryman Prize for his work in improving the lives of the elderly.

When Graham Gilmore developed some memory “hiccups” in his late 50s, his wife, Imelda, reasoned that all would be fine once he retired at 60. Retire

Losing the Y chromosome in blood cells may affect the immune system, thereby increasing susceptibility to disease, a study of more than 3200 men suggests.

High blood pressure is associated with a 62 per cent higher risk of vascular dementia, according to an analysis of medical records. Having high blood pressure

Experts hope a new phone game will provide insights into dementia symptoms through the data collected when someone plays Sea Hero Quest. Citizen

A vital component of early brain development during infancy could be targeted to combat Alzheimer's, according to a new study. A major

A UN body has warned against overuse of sedatives by older people, warning of links with developing dementia. The United Nations has raised

Keeping the brain active in older age can reduce the risk of dementia for some - but is unlikely to help those with the Alzheimer's gene, researchers say.

A leading British scientists says new treatments for dementia are in the pipeline with therapies being trialled which could provide a breakthrough.

Australians with dementia are being recruited for a trial of a Chinese herbal medicine which researchers say improves memory. More than 200

An Alzheimer's drug has been found to help late-stage patients stay out of nursing homes longer. A common Alzheimer's drug that is

Brain training and doing what's good for your heart can reduce your probability of getting dementia, an expert says. Making our brains healthier may reduce

Researchers have found that low levels of vitamin D doubled or even tripled the rate of cognitive decline in 382 men and women over the age of 60.

Scientists are urging research into the risk of "accidental" medical transmission of Alzheimer's, after a study revealed several possible cases.

Aged care residents and their visitors need privacy, says the loving wife of a man living with dementia. Anne Fairhall and her husband of 50

A new guide for dementia patient carers launched in Brisbane is a useful tool for those looking after afflicted loved ones, a former carer says.

Every unit of BMI a middle-aged person is overweight could speed up the onset of Alzheimer's in old age by 6.5 months, a study says. Being

A review of data from Sweden, the Netherlands, Britain and Spain has shown the percentage of the population with dementia holding steady.The occurrence of dementia and Alzheimer's

US research has revealed a gender-gap in patients with Alzheimer's with women facing a swifter mental decline than men. Women with Alzheimer's