Information Memory loss but not dementia: functional cognitive disorder (FCD) Researchers have studied people being assessed for problems with their thinking and memory. Recent figures suggest that, of people going to a memory clinic with such symptoms, as many as one in four don’t have dementia. Instead, these difficulties are caused by functional cognitive disorder. 24 September 2020 6
Research Football and dementia risk - is there a link? News that professional footballers might be at a greater risk of dementia, and why that might be the case, has been the subject of great debate and interest. Our researchers examine the latest evidence around heading the ball and discuss what we know so far. 20 February 2020 20
News MRC scientists make discovery in head-injury associated dementia - Alzheimer's Society comment Researchers reveal the atomic structures of the tau protein, associated with chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), and found that they differ in structure from those seen in Alzheimer’s disease. Read more
News Dementia risk in female military veterans - Alzheimer's Society comment A new study finds female military veterans who have traumatic brain injury, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or depression may be more likely to develop dementia. Read more
Research Research news in brief: Summer 2018 We take a look at some of the latest stories in dementia research. 01 June 2018 0
News Study suggesting concussion could double dementia risk A University of California (UCSF) led study out today has suggested that concussion, even without loss of conciousness, can increase a person's risk of dementia. Read more
Research Head injury, sport and dementia Some research does suggest traumatic brain injuries may increase the risk of dementia. However, there is still much more research to be done to understand this complex issue, particularly in relation to contact sports like football (soccer) and rugby. Read more
Research Contact sports, head injury and dementia risk Read more about what issues surround head injuries leading to traumatic brain injury and dementia risk. Read more
News Study finds dementia risk increased with brain injury A nationwide study of 2.8 million people over 36 years in Denmark has found that a person’s risk of developing dementia increases with the number and severity of traumatic brain injuries. Read more
