Mouth bacteria may hold insight into future brain function
The bacteria in your mouth and on your tongue may be linked to changes in brain function as you age,...
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Antibiotics, vaccinations and anti-inflammatory medication linked to reduced risk of dementia
Antibiotics, antivirals, vaccinations and anti-inflammatory medication are associated with reduced risk of dementia, according to new research that looked at...
Age-related health decline a predictor of future dementia risk
Frailty increases a person’s risk of dementia, but early intervention may be key to prevention, according to research led by...
Launch of national network to plug gaps on dementia prevention and quality of life
Stephen Kinnock, Minister of State at the Department of Health and Social Care, formally opened the launch of the new...
Epigenetics blood markers can help understand dementia risk
New research suggests that epigenetic markers in the blood could be useful for understanding dementia risk. Two linked papers from...
£1.7 million for new network to improve lives of people affected by dementia
Funding of more than £1.7million will enable researchers at the University of Exeter to set up and lead a new...
‘Rare positive result’ in trial of new support intervention for people with dementia and their family carers
A new therapy called NIDUS-Family helps people with dementia and their family carers attain their personal goals, a new study reveals. The research,...
Nature vital to improving visitor attractions for people with dementia
Using nature to make visitor attractions more dementia-inclusive will be the focus of an event at the Tower of London...
Playing an instrument linked to better brain health in older adults
Engaging in music throughout your life is associated with better brain health in older age, according to a new study...