News Study shows there is still no evidence that Alzheimer’s disease is contagious – Alzheimer’s Society comment A new study showed possibilities for the amyloid protein to be transferred through a rare medical procedure that was phased out over 35 years ago.
Research Failing stars: understanding astrocytes in Alzheimer's disease Josie Clarkson is a South London dementia adviser and science writer. Here she tells us more about star-shaped cells in the brain and what part they have to play in dementia. 27 November 2018 0
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).
Real stories Spread the word We hear from a man with Alzheimer's disease using his media work to promote a positive approach to dementia. 20 November 2018 0
Research The interaction between short beta-amyloid proteins and the immune system Research project: Immune responses to amyloid-beta and post-translationally modified variants
Research Understanding how Alzheimer’s disease affects specific brain cell networks Research project: Disentangling network dysfunction in Alzheimer's disease pathology: cause, consequence and rescue
Information BSL factsheets Learn about the different types of dementia from our British Sign Language (BSL) videos, produced by British Deaf Association (BDA) Scotland and funded by Life Changes Trust and the Big Lottery Fund.
Real stories Kathy’s story: 'I’m doing Memory Walk to let people know there’s support out there' Kathy’s father-in-law and brother developed Alzheimer’s disease. She’s doing Memory Walk to raise awareness and essential funds for Alzheimer’s Society. 04 September 2018 1
News 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.
Advice What is the difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s disease? If you’re not sure of the difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, you’re not alone. Here's a simple explanation to understand the difference. 17 July 2018 33
News 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.
Advice Alzheimer's disease - more resources Find out more about organisations who can help with a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease.
