Dementia

A new gene pathway has been uncovered which has the potential to protect against life-limiting diseases including dementia. 

An anti-seizure medication markedly improves learning, memory and other cognitive functions in Alzheimer’s patients who have epileptic activity in their brains, a clinical trial has revealed. 

Could classical music improve memory in people with Alzheimer’s disease and other cognitive impairment?

The first football match which involves no heading of the ball will help raise awareness and stimulate conversation about the impact of head injury in sport, its organisers have said. 

A simple but revolutionary approach to early Alzheimer’s diagnosis is being pioneered, in a breakthrough that could pave the way for improved outcomes for individuals who develop the disease in the future.

An algorithm has been devised to estimate when a person who is likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease, but has no cognitive symptoms, will start showing signs of the condition.

Amyloid protein made in the liver can cause neurodegeneration in the brain, according to a new study.

Pioneer in AI-led dementia detection Cognetivity Neurosciences has secured use of its Integrated Cognitive Assessment (ICA) with an expanding high-end operator of dementia and senior care. 

A clinical trial of a new drug candidate for Alzheimer’s disease has begun. 

With technology playing an increasing role throughout healthcare, leading dementia expert Dr Naji Tabet discusses its growing importance in early-stage dementia detection