Role reversal: Adapting to the impact of dementia
From the August/September 2018 issue of Dementia together magazine, we meet Kenrick Goppy, a man with dementia who is learning to accept that he is now someone in need of support.Â
Alzheimer's disease
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.
New study shows potential link between brain metals and Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers at the University of Warwick and Keele have published a new study, which helps us understand the role of metals like iron in the brain. Head of Research at Alzheimer's Society, Dr James Pickett, comments.
The brain and dementia
Knowing more about the brain may help someone caring for a person with dementia to understand the condition and support them better.
Alzheimer's disease - more resources
Find out more about organisations who can help with a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease.
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.
Diagnosing Alzheimer's disease
Find out why it's important to diagnose Alzheimer's disease as soon as possible.
Who gets Alzheimer's disease?
There are more than 520,000 people in the UK with Alzheimer’s disease. Find out who is most likely to be affected by the condition.
Symptoms of Alzheimer's disease
The symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease are generally mild to start with, but they get worse over time and start to interfere with daily life. Read how the symptoms can progress.
Alzheimer's disease
This group of pages describes the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease, how it is diagnosed, and the factors that can put someone at risk of developing it. We also look at the treatment and support currently available.