Some 22% of adults 65 and older are believed to have trouble with their memory and thinking, also known as mild cognitive impairment (MCI). Individuals with MCI can perform most everyday activities ...
Most of us know dementia – a broad term for several disorders involving declines in memory, language and thinking – can severely affect daily life. But dementia is now the leading cause of death for ...
HOMELife Technology has launched the idem Smart Reminder Clock in Australia – a device designed to make it easier for people ...
Working your brain hard at your job could pay off in more ways than boosting your career — it may also protect your cognition and help prevent dementia as you age, a new study found. Having a routine ...
Dementia Australia welcomes the decision by the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency to approve Lecanemab for use in the UK. Lecanemab is currently being evaluated by the Therapeutic ...
New research has found that people aged 65 and over who’ve received routine vaccinations are significantly less likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease. The study highlights the importance of ...
As daylight fades, many people with dementia experience a troubling shift in their behavior known as sundowning. This phenomenon, affecting up to 20% of Alzheimer‘s patients, brings unique challenges ...
Dementia is the second leading cause of death in Australia and the number of people living with it is continuing to increase, according to a new report from the Australian Institute of Health and ...
Sundowning is a phenomenon commonly experienced by those with dementia. As the day progresses into evening, symptoms such as confusion, agitation and restlessness can intensify. This can be ...