NEW YORK: Air pollution, unpure water and vitamin D deficiency are all included in a shortlist of environmental risk factors for dementia.

Scientists compiled the list after reviewing dozens of studies investigating risk factors for Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia besides those linked to genetics, Read More »

PHOENIX: Treatment with scanning ultrasound has already been proven to reverse Alzheimer’s disease in mice, and now it appears it could also slow down aging in healthy brains, according to University of Queensland research.

The research is the latest work from Professor Jürgen Götz’s lab Read More »

PHILADELPHIA: One hypothesis is that thyroid function affects dementia risk through nonvascular pathways.

High and high-normal thyroid function is linked to greater risk of developing dementia, but not vascular brain disease, according to research.

Previous research has outlined a definitive role for thyroid hormone in Read More »

PHOENIX: By 2020 the UK Government wishes to see over half of people living in areas that have been recognised as Dementia Friendly Communities. But what exactly does a dementia-inclusive society look like?

Bupa has set a vision of what steps we believe need to Read More »