One step closer to eye tests to reveal early signs of memory problems and dementia
Thinning of the retinal nerve and protein deposits in the eye could be used to detect early signs of neurodegeneration. (Source: Alzheimers Society)
Source: Alzheimers Society - July 26, 2016 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: news
Impaired sense of smell may predict memory decline and risk of dementia
Decreased ability to identify smells could be an early indicator of cognitive impairment and dementia. (Source: Alzheimers Society)
Source: Alzheimers Society - July 26, 2016 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: news
New research uncovers factors that can protect against cognitive decline and dementia
Research at the Alzheimer ’s Association International Conference 2016 in Toronto, finds that certain genes and lifestyle factors can increase resilience against the development of Alzheimer’s disease. (Source: Alzheimers Society)
Source: Alzheimers Society - July 25, 2016 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: news
Brain training found to reduce dementia risk over a 10 year period
New research has shown a scientifically tailored computer brain training program can reduce the number of cases of cognitive decline and dementia over a decade by a third. (Source: Alzheimers Society)
Source: Alzheimers Society - July 22, 2016 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: news
Actor Don Warrington takes on King Lear and dementia
King Lear: The Film, starring Don Warrington in the leading role, is now on free release online from July 2016 for three months. (Source: Alzheimers Society)
Source: Alzheimers Society - July 21, 2016 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: news
Fancy Dress ‘Trot’ for Dementia in Merthyr Tydfil
On Saturday 25 June over thirty people gathered in Merthyr Tydfil for a very special fancy dress horse ride to raise money for Alzheimer ’s Society. (Source: Alzheimers Society)
Source: Alzheimers Society - July 20, 2016 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: news
Computer modelling identifies critical step in the formation of amyloid plaques
New research has shown that it may be possible to control the mechanism that leads to the rapid build-up of amyloid plaques which are a key hallmark of Alzheimer's disease. (Source: Alzheimers Society)
Source: Alzheimers Society - July 19, 2016 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: news
Oulsnam Estate Agents Complete Three Peaks
Laura Fiddes-Baron from Oulsnam Estate Agents spoke with us about the challenge her firm took on for the Alzheimer's Society. (Source: Alzheimers Society)
Source: Alzheimers Society - July 18, 2016 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: news
A-Ha producer and manager writes a song for his mother with proceeds going to Alzheimer's Society
John, best known for discovering, producing and managing A-Ha, was motivated to write the moving track ‘Into the Black’ when his mother, Barbara, 93, was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease just over two years ago. (Source: Alzheimers Society)
Source: Alzheimers Society - July 15, 2016 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: news
Families urged to join Alzheimer’s Society Memory Walks as 43% say they don’t spend enough time together
Alzheimer’s Society is urging families across the country to spend time together to tackle the biggest health issue of our time. (Source: Alzheimers Society)
Source: Alzheimers Society - July 14, 2016 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: news
Families urged to join Alzheimer ’s Society Memory Walks as 43% say they don’t spend enough time together
Alzheimer ’s Society is urging families across the country to spend time together to tackle the biggest health issue of our time. (Source: Alzheimers Society)
Source: Alzheimers Society - July 14, 2016 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: news
Alzheimer ’s gene may show effects on brain starting in childhood, study suggests
New research suggests that a gene associated with Alzheimer ’s disease may show its effects on the brain and thinking skills as early as childhood. (Source: Alzheimers Society)
Source: Alzheimers Society - July 12, 2016 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: news
Alzheimer’s gene may show effects on brain starting in childhood, study suggests
New research suggests that a gene associated with Alzheimer’s disease may show its effects on the brain and thinking skills as early as childhood. (Source: Alzheimers Society)
Source: Alzheimers Society - July 12, 2016 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: news
Genetic test could predict people at higher risk of memory problems
New research shows that a genetic ‘risk score’ may detect people at higher risk for Alzheimer’s disease before symptoms appear according to a study published today (Wednesday 6 July) in Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. (Source: Alzheimers Society)
Source: Alzheimers Society - July 7, 2016 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: news
Kier Group begins charity partnership with Alzheimer's Society
Kier Group, the leading property, residential, construction and services group has selected the Alzheimer’s Society as its new corporate charity partner (Source: Alzheimers Society)
Source: Alzheimers Society - July 1, 2016 Category: Geriatrics Source Type: news
