SAN FRANCISCO: The Canterbury Geriatric Medical Research Trust (CGMRT) is one of six Australasian sites tackling early memory loss by trialling a new investigational medication that could help slow the progression of the disease.

Specialist Physician, Dr Nigel Gilchrist, who runs CGMRT is excited about the Read More »

BOSTON: Computer-based brain training can improve memory and mood in older adults but is no longer effective once a person has dementia, according to new research.

Brain training is a treatment for enhancing memory and thinking skills by practising mentally challenging computer-based exercises, which are Read More »

BOSTON: The first purpose-built residence to provide specialized care for people with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease already has a shovel in the ground.

It will fill a critical need in the community when it is finished next June, as the number of people who need Read More »

HOUSTON: “The worst thing about dementia is that you progressively lose the person that you love,” says Anne Tudor, and she knows it first hand.

Her partner, Edie Mayhew, 65, was diagnosed six years ago with early onset Alzheimer’s disease. The Ballarat couple try to Read More »