NEW YORK: Acupuncture may help to improve the subtle memory loss that precedes the development of dementia, otherwise known as mild cognitive impairment, or MCI for short, suggests a review of the available published evidence.

And it may be particularly effective when combined with drug treatment, Read More »

NEW YORK: It’s long been said doing a daily crossword or Sudoku puzzle is key to keeping the brain active.

But whether exercising the white stuff can stave off dementia is more hotly contested.

Now scientists have discovered that the type of brain training program we Read More »

PHILADELPHIA: Dr Ralf Schworer, Professor Peter Tyler and Dr Olga Zubkova from Victoria’s Ferrier Research Institute are using natural sugars to try and find a new treatment for Alzheimer’s disease.

The power of sugar is being harnessed in a possible new treatment for Alzheimer’s disease Read More »

DALLAS: Sketching is being piloted as a research tool by social scientists at The University of Manchester.

Researchers are using the technique alongside more traditional qualitative research methods to unlock new data in areas such as studying dementia.

Manchester’s Morgan Centre – known for using Read More »