The Latest Breaking News from Dementia

Many Dementia Cases Could Be Prevented, But Far From All: Study

Millions of cases of dementia could be prevented or delayed by reducing a range of risk factors such as smoking or air pollution, according to a major new study, though outside experts warn that such measures can only go so far.

International Business Times · Aug 1, 2024

Almost half of dementia cases could be prevented or delayed, study finds

Researchers name 14 factors for people to address to ‘hugely’ reduce risk of developing condition

The Guardian - UK · Jul 31, 2024

More hope than ever that half of dementia cases could be prevented – study

Researchers have identified two new risks that can be tackled to reduce the chances of developing the condition.

The Independent UK · Jul 31, 2024

Nursing associate suspended for slapping dementia patient

Resident was put at an ‘unwarranted risk of harm’, regulator rules

Evening Standard · Jul 30, 2024

Wildfire Smoke Linked To Increased Risk Of Dementia

New research reveals potential link between wildfire smoke exposure and increased dementia risk.

Top News · Jul 30, 2024

Officer to fight allegation he assaulted elderly man

A senior constable charged over the alleged assault of a 92-year-old man at a home southwest of Sydney plans to plead not guilty.

AAP · Jul 30, 2024

Could the shingles vaccine lower your risk of dementia?

A recent study has suggested Shingrix, a relatively new vaccine given to protect older adults against shingles, may delay the onset of dementia.

The Conversation · Jul 29, 2024

A Simple Blood Test Outperformed Doctors in Spotting This Devastating Memory Disease

A new study demonstrates that a blood test identifies Alzheimer's disease with greater accuracy than specialists and physicians using standard methods.

Inverse · Jul 29, 2024

Wildfire smoke may increase the risk of dementia, study finds

As blazes spew smoke across western US, research shows it may be worse for brain health than other types of pollution

The Guardian - US · Jul 29, 2024

Dogs work together to save elderly woman with dementia who went missing in Utah mountains

The woman’s own pup and a search and rescue dog both played their part.

PetsRadar · Jul 29, 2024