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Working with people may help the brain build resilience against dementia

AAP - 25-07-2016

Researchers have found that working with people and training the brain are two ways to slow the progression of Alzheimer's and other dementias.

 
Changes in behaviour or personality might be an early clue to dementia

AAP - 25-07-2016

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

 
Australian researcher on Alzheimer's wins NZ prize

AAP - 23-06-2016

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.

 
Make a plan, keep it personal: the future of dementia care

HealthTimes - 25-05-2016

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

 
Loss of Y chromosome linked to Alzheimer's in men

AAP - 24-05-2016

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 linked to dementia

AAP - 19-05-2016

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

 
Phone game provides new insight for dementia research

AAP - 05-05-2016

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

 
Scientists find neural link to Alzheimer's

AAP - 01-04-2016

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

 
UN warning over sedative dementia link

AAP - 03-03-2016

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

 
Crosswords and brain games not enough to stop Alzeimer's

AAP - 25-02-2016

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.

 

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