News DNA vaccine reduces toxic proteins linked to Alzheimer's disease - Alzheimer's Society comment A study has found that a DNA vaccine tested in mice reduces accumulation of both toxic proteins associated with Alzheimer's disease (beta-amyloid and tau).
Information Making your home dementia friendly Read a booklet about practical ways to make your home more dementia friendly.
Research Research news in brief: Autumn 2018 From the Autumn 2018 issue of Care and cure magazine, we take a look at some bite-sized news stories from dementia research.
News New study finds positive link between good cardiovascular health and reduced dementia risk in old age A new study published reports that participants with good cardiovascular health in later life were found to have a lower risk of dementia.
Research Dementia risk: Something in the air? From the Autumn 2018 issue of Care and cure magazine, we examine the new research investigating whether exposure to air pollution could increase risk of dementia.
News New research into air pollution and dementia finds link with cognitive ageing New research shows that air pollution could have an effect on cognitive ageing.
News Intensive blood pressure control may reduce risk of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) Research from the Systolic Blood Pressure Intervention Trial (SPRINT) shows that treatment to lower blood pressure can reduce Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI).
News Nordic diet combined with activity can decrease cognitive decline New research shows that a healthy diet combined with staying active can reduce cognitive decline.
News Hormone Replacement Therapy and cognitive health – Alzheimer's Society comment New research into the cognitive effects of hormone replacement therapy has been presented at Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC) in Chicago.
Research Fellowship exchange: Collaborating research to help reduce dementia risk Following a successful collaboration with two groups in the UK, Kay Deckers' research may help monitor and reduce the risk of dementia for people in the UK.
News AAIC: Lancet Commission reveals a third of cases of dementia may be preventable – Alzheimer’s Society comment The Lancet Commission on dementia prevention, intervention, and care is being presented at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference 2017.
Research Exercise and risk From the summer 2018 issue of our Care and Cure magazine, find out how regular exercise could reduce dementia risk reduce dementia risk alongside physical and mental health benefits.
