A lack of physical exercise is one of the main factors where the evidence is strong enough to show that it increases a person’s risk of developing dementia. Studies looking at the effect of exercise ...

Rhymes and engaging illustrations to help start conversations and relieve anxieties about someone close who may have dementia. Aimed at four- to 10-year-olds. My Grandma Has Dementia, by Alex ...

Devices that use GPS to locate a person may be useful. They could help your husband to continue walking about the neighbourhood while still being as safe as possible. There are a number of ...

Dr Richard Oakley, Associate Director of Research at Alzheimer’s Society, has called breakthrough Alzheimer's drug donanemab, 'a turning point', as the full trial results were revealed. Full results ...

A healthy sleep routine can help the person with dementia to feel better, be less confused, be more co-ordinated and have more energy in the daytime. These tips for how to support them to sleep better ...

Following Sylvia's diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease, she and her son Mark resolved not to take it lying down. Together, they devised an action plan with recommended foods and activities to help Sylvia ...

This World Alzheimer’s Month, we have published new data revealing that people living with undiagnosed dementia attend A&E three times more than those without the condition, accounting for more than ...

For a person living with dementia, living at home can give you a sense of independence. By making some changes to your home, you are able to continue with the routines or activities you enjoy. Each of ...

In the middle stage of dementia, symptoms become more noticeable and the person will need more support in managing daily life. This stage of dementia is often the longest. On average it lasts about ...

New research suggests that there are 12 factors that increase the risk of dementia, but measures can be taken to reduce this risk. Experts add excessive alcohol intake and head injury in mid-life, and ...

Nature can have very therapeutic benefits – I know my mood can be transformed just by stepping outside. So it’s disappointing to think that enjoying the outdoors is something that gets progressively ...

Research project: Understanding the molecular basis of Amyloid beta peptide interaction by neprilysin in Alzheimer’s disease.