Dementia News

Cognitive Function May Be Affected By High Blood Pressure In The Elderly ( NCSU 19-Dec-08 )

Adding another reason for people to watch their blood pressure, a new study from North Carolina State University shows that increased blood pressure in older adults is directly related to decreased cognitive functioning, particularly among seniors with already high blood pressure.

Under-Reported Dementia Deaths: Study Questions Accuracy Of Mortality Statistics ( HSLIAR 12-Dec-08 )

Deaths due to dementia and Alzheimer's disease are underreported on death certificates, according to a study conducted by Hebrew SeniorLife's Institute for Aging Research, raising concerns about the accuracy of mortality statistics based on these documents.

Postal Program Brings Good News For Carers, Australia ( 3-Dec-08 )

Looking after a loved one with dementia is never easy, but a new UQ program could help carers better cope with the burden.

Testing for early onset dementia ( UNSW 18-Nov-08 )

A test to diagnose an early onset dementia has been developed by researchers at UNSW. The test will relieve patients and their families of the trauma and guesswork of misdiagnosis and make sure they get access to the right resources.

UK Heading Towards A 'Silent Epidemic' Of Alcohol-Related Dementia ( RCP 3-Nov-08 )

Urgent action is needed to prevent a 'silent epidemic' of alcohol-related dementia in the UK, psychiatrists have warned.

Testing for early onset dementia ( UNSW 3-Nov-08 )

A test to diagnose an early onset dementia has been developed by researchers at UNSW. The test will relieve patients and their families of the trauma and guesswork of misdiagnosis and make sure they get access to the right resources.

Neurology Expert To Drive Imaging Technology For Better Health Outcomes ( UQ 28-Oct-08 )

The University of Queensland has recruited a world expert in imaging to establish a centre that will use the latest scanning technology to work on cures for some of the most debilitating human diseases.

Job Choice Affects Alzheimer's ( BBCNews 24-Oct-08 )

Going to university, then choosing a mentally demanding job may help protect the brain from the devastating impact of Alzheimer's disease on memory.

Launch Of Medical Data Internet ( Research Australia 14-Oct-08 )

Medical and life scientists will be able to share information collected from many thousands of cases thanks to a digital network aunched at The Australian National University in Canberra.

Treating Dementia - Drug Therapy Not The Answer ( NPS 14-Oct-08 )

Almost 190,000 Australians have dementia and as Australia's population ages, dementia becomes a bigger challenge for doctors, their patients and carers.

Guidelines For The Diagnosis And Treatment Of Dementia ( CMAJ 14-Oct-08 )

People with mild to moderate dementia are cared for largely by family physicians as well as the patient's own family, and management of care can be complex and challenging.

Pain Is Not A Symptom Of Arthritis, Pain Causes Arthritis ( URMC 7-Oct-08 )

Pain is more than a symptom of osteoarthritis, it is an inherent and damaging part of the disease itself, according to a study published today in journal Arthritis and Rheumatism.

Switching On To Neuronal Switch-off ( UQ 24-Sep-08 )

A Queensland Brain Institute neuroscientist at UQ is working on ways to reduce neuronal loss in the brain of a person with Alzheimer's disease.

UK Political Parties Have No Clear Plans For Older People ( Alzheimer's Society 24-Sep-08 )

72 per cent of people cannot name a political party that has clear policies for older people, research by Alzheimer's Society UK found.

Making Music To Deal With Dementia ( 23-Sep-08 )

Dementia often robs spouses of quality time together but an innovative University of Queensland project hopes to find ways to reclaim it.

Inflammatory Response To Infection And Injury May Worsen Dementia ( Wellcome Trust 22-Sep-08 )

Dementia Awareness Week - 3 New Resources Including One For Younger Onset Dementia ( DoHA 19-Sep-08 )

Vitamin Linked To Brain Shrinking ( BBCNews 9-Sep-08 )

World Experts In Brain Plasticity Gather In Brisbane ( UQ 9-Sep-08 )

Exercise Tackles Flawed Memory ( BBCNews 4-Sep-08 )

Cultural Differences In Attitudes Towards Caring For People With Dementia Revealed ( RCP 4-Sep-08 )