More of us will get dementia – ignoring it now will only hurt in the future
Imagine finding yourself feeling lost and frightened in what was once a familiar world. Not recognising your home, your loved-ones and, to some degree, yourself. Full Story
Imagine finding yourself feeling lost and frightened in what was once a familiar world. Not recognising your home, your loved-ones and, to some degree, yourself. Full Story
Hot flashes are often dismissed as an unpleasant symptom of menopause, more inconvenient than harmful. Full Story
Scientists have identified two types of brain cell linked to a reduced risk of dementia in older people — even those who have brain abnormalities that are hallmarks of Alzheimer’s…
A simple blood test could reveal the earliest signs of Alzheimer's up to 20 years before any symptoms. Full Story
Claiming over 55 million people worldwide, Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia. Full Story
With over 3 million recorded cases per year, Alzheimer’s disease is the leading cause of dementia. Full Story
Mumbai: Alzheimer's disease, a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that disproportionately afflicts the elderly, poses a profound threat to cognitive function, ultimately causing severe impairment in daily life. Full Story
Your correspondent asks that GPs assessing for possible dementia should see the person “with a family member who can give examples of the changes the person is experiencing” (Letters, 17…
Earlier, more accurate detection and intervention is essential for improving treatment and care options for people living with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia, and for supporting care partners. Full…
Despite Alzheimer’s disease being the most prevalent dementia type, there are also other brain conditions like frontotemporal dementia. Full Story