Alzheimer’s

Research published today in Science Advances has identified a specific pattern of gene activity in areas of the brain that are most vulnerable to the…

Researchers at the University of Manchester have shown that a common anti-inflammatory drug may be able to rescue memory problems in mice with features of…

Acupuncture in Medicine: Acupuncture for amnestic mild cognitive impairment: a meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials A review of existing evidence suggests that acupuncture may be…

Few doubt the scale of the challenge posed by dementia, yet there is no cure and so accelerating research into prevention and care is crucial….

Alzheimer’s Disease International (ADI) welcomes the announcement of Phase 3 clinical trial results that show a limited effect on key measures of Alzheimer’s Disease of…

Men with dementia may be more likely to be mis-diagnosed, which could explain why women appear more likely to get the condition, finds new research…

Research presented at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference today suggests that people with dementia may have positive as well as negative outlooks and attitudes as…

Researchers presenting at Alzheimer’s Association International Conference 2016 today, have described a condition called mild behavioural impairment (MBI) that may precede memory and thinking problems…

John Ratcliff, best known for discovering, producing and managing A-Ha, was motivated to write the moving track ‘Into the Black’ when his mother, Barbara, 93,…

Alzheimer’s Society is urging families across the country to spend time together to tackle the biggest health issue of our time. By joining your local…

Researchers in the US have shown that genes associated with the risk of Alzheimer’s disease could be exerting an effect on the brain well before…

Dementia experts in Bristol are holding a free public meeting on Monday 4 July to discuss the latest research findings and boost public understanding of…

An original World Cup song performed by the 1966 team has been released this month, complete with never-before-seen footage of the players in the recording…

While diabetes is a well-known risk factor for Alzheimer’s, this latest study indicates that when Alzheimer’s changes in the brain occur first, they could lead…