The Latest Breaking News from Dementia

SEATTLE — The brain behind the University of Washington's most dominant defense sits on a black mat in the basement of the Harborview Research and Training Building in downtown Seattle. It has been cut into a series of thin beige slices, some removed to be studied under a microscope.

According to new research at the University of East Anglia (UK), the addition of cranberries to the diet could help improve memory and has the capacity to lower bad cholesterol.

Legendary Republic of Ireland manager Jack Charlton lived with dementia in the final years of his life

Former Cardiff City and Wales defender Keith Pontin died from dementia aged just 64 after a 15-year playing career marked by aerial battles and head injuries

Founding committee member, Karen Gorman is hoping to raise vital funds by taking part in the Women's Mini-Marathon

The number of people being diagnosed with dementia is predicted to rise to a shocking 78 million by 2030. Doing all you can to help reduce your risk is more important than ever

Up to 13,000 homes are set to be built across the whole Wirral Waters project

Megan Marshall has had Labrador cross Sasha by her side through thick and thin for 16 years

There is increasing recognition of the important role sleep plays in our brain health. Growing evidence suggests disturbed sleep may increase the risk of developing dementia.