Cholesterol control drug shown to reduce amyloid and brain inflammation
New research has found that the cholesterol control drug, Gemfibrozil, reduces levels of amyloid and brain inflammation in mice.
Treatments and Therapies
Potential for new dementia treatment following research trial
New research shows a link between reducing amyloid in the brain and slowing cognitive decline.
Research finds that there could be hope for new dementia treatment
New research shows that a study of the immunotherapy treatment Crenezumab has found it can reduce levels of the protein amyloid, associated with dementia.
Potential Alzheimer’s disease treatment fails trial
New research shows that a potential new drug to treat Alzheimer’s disease, Lanabecestat, has failed a phase 2/3 trial.
Painkillers may cause harmful side effects for people with dementia
Two new studies have suggest that opioid-based painkillers can cause harmful side effects for people with dementia.
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.
How is mild cognitive impairment treated?
Find out about treatment options for mild cognitive impairment (MCI).
Treatment for people with young-onset dementia
Dementia cannot be cured but there are treatments and support that can help someone live well with the condition. This page looks at the different types of treatments that can help someone with their symptoms.
Treatment and support of Alzheimer's disease
There is currently no cure for Alzheimer’s disease, but there is a lot that can be done to enable someone to live well with the condition. Read about some of the drug and non-drug treatments, support and activities.
Treatment and support for dementia with Lewy bodies
Read about the range of treatments and support available for someone who has been diagnosed with dementia with Lewy bodies.