Lifestyle changes could prevent or delay 40% of dementia cases, study finds
Excessive alcohol intake, head injuries and air pollution exposure increase dementia risk, according to a…More
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Time to stop and smell the roses? Sense of smell closely tied to dementia risk
The ability to smell appears to be closely linked to dementia, according to new research…More
Did you know being obese can heighten your risk of dementia – from the age of 50?
People who are obese in late adulthood are 31% more likely to develop dementia than…More
Work in aged care? These free, online courses are designed to help you care for people living with dementia during COVID-19
The short courses have been announced by the Centre for Dementia Learning to help out…More
Study shows what foods you eat together could raise your risk of dementia
Eating processed meats, starchy foods land sugary snacks together could increase people’s risk of developing…More
Want to live longer? Join a retirement community
Community is the key factor in determining how long you will live, according to a…More
Museum of Contemporary Art releases new online art toolkit for people living with dementia
Art galleries across Australia have been running programs encouraging people living with dementia and their…More
Happy wife, happy life? Science says having an optimistic partner could cut your dementia risk
Having a partner who looks on the bright side of life could stave off the…More
Research grant to fund new dementia respite project
Bolton Clarke Research Institute has received a Dementia Australia Research Foundation Pilot Grant to undertake…More
Do you need help caring for an older family member? You may need to put your hand up for help
Family carers aren’t usually asked by health care workers if they need support in managing…More