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Research suggests that infections may be involved in the development of dementia, but the evidence is not clear.

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Research suggests that high cholesterol is linked to increased risks of dementia. Statins may help reduce the risk.

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Learn about research into the link between drinks containing caffeine, such as tea and coffee, and the risk of developing dementia.

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People living with dementia often have issues with sleep. But the evidence is unclear on whether poor sleep is a risk factor for dementia.

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We examine the truth behind the sale of supplements, vitamins, products and therapies that claim to prevent or treat dementia, or boost memory.
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Understanding the differences between men and women in their risk of dementia could help scientists develop better treatments. We discuss these differences, as well as why dementia researchers still have a long way to go to fully understand them.
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There are currently estimated to be 982,000 people with dementia in the UK, but more than a third of people with the condition do not have a diagnosis. The number is expected to rise to 1.4 million by 2040.
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Statistics report dementia the biggest killer in the UK, moving dementia to second for the first time since 2015. But deaths from dementia remain high compared with other major diseases. We explore why.
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Catch up with Alzheimer's Society's first virtual Annual Lecture and find out everything we know about prevention, and the proactive steps we can all take to minimise our risk of dementia.

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