Alzheimer's & Dementia News

Device sparks memory

A small safety trial suggests a pacemaker-like device implanted into the brains of Alzheimer's patients may stimulate beneficial brain activity in some.

A life's purpose cuts dementia risk

If you're looking for a way to keep dementia at bay, a new study suggests you can do so by developing a firm purpose in life.

Mid-life depression a dementia risk

People who suffer depression when they're middle-aged or elderly may also have an higher risk of dementia later, a new study suggests.

Omega-3 foods cut Alzheimer's risk

Consuming foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids may guard against Alzheimer's disease, new research suggests.

Exercise, computers help memory

A combination of moderate exercise and mental stimulation through computer use may help reduce the risk of age-related memory loss more than computer use or exercise alone, according to new research.

Strength training boosts brains

Elderly women noticing the first signs of memory decline might ward off full-blown dementia by engaging in routine strength training, new research suggests.

Activity lowers Alzheimer's risk

New research suggests that elderly people who move around more – even gardening or puttering around the house - are less likely to develop Alzheimer's disease.

Dementia cases to double by 2030

The number of people with dementia is expected to almost double to 65.7 million by 2030 as the world population ages, according to a World Health Organisation report.

Blood test could detect Alzheimer’s

Researchers say they are making progress in coming up with a blood test that could complement brain imaging to help the earlier detection of Alzheimer's disease.

Memory goes fast in last 2 years

Two studies suggest that a person's memory declines at a faster rate in the last two-and-a-half years of life than at any other time after memory problems first begin.