Could a glass of wine a day reduce your chance of dying from dementia?
New research has investigated whether people with Alzheimer’s disease can reduce their risk of dying from dementia by drinking a glass of wine a day
3D video games could help slow memory loss in those with dementia
A new study has found playing Super Mario 3D boosted performance in memory tests by 12%
Think positive to reduce your risk of dementia
A new study claims people who think negatively about getting older are more likely to experience changes in the brain that could lead to dementia
8 questions if a loved one is visiting from a care home this Christmas
If your loved one with dementia lives in a care home you might be wondering whether to bring them home for Christmas, and whether that’s even the best thing for them. Here’s eight questions to ask yourself before making a decision.
Joining a choir can help couples affected by dementia
A new study has found singing in a choir improved the relationship between someone with dementia and their carer
Slow walking speed could be dementia indicator
Walking slowly, when combined with memory problems, could be an early sign of dementia risk, says new study
How to survive a family Christmas when a loved one has dementia
It’s stressful at the best of times, but when someone you love has dementia, the festive season can become a relationship minefield. Here’s five scenarios you may face…and how to cope
BRCA1 ‘Jolie gene’ linked to Alzheimer’s disease
People who carry a particular gene that increases the risk of breast and ovarian cancer could also be at higher risk of Alzheimer’s disease
Using Christmas aromas in dementia care
It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas and expert Linda Harman is sharing her experiences of using scent in dementia care and activities during the festive season
Anger Awareness Week: Keep your cool as a carer
The first week in December marks national Anger Awareness Week, set up by the British Association of Anger Management to provide tips on staying calm, many of which are useful for people who care for someone with dementia
