Clinical & nursing > Dementia

SA dementia-friendly action plan to roll out

03 May, 2024

An action plan will be implemented in South Australia that will see the state become more dementia-friendly.


Dementia Australia celebrates 25 years

26 April, 2024

A new report has been released by Dementia Australia, marking 25 years in research support and innovation.


Memory test and blood sample: early Alzheimer's diagnostics?

26 April, 2024

A new study at the University of Gothenburg is testing the potential for a digital memory test and a blood sample to identify early Alzheimer's disease.


How HIV treatments could help Alzheimer's patients

19 April, 2024

Promising real-world links between common HIV drugs and a reduced incidence of Alzheimer’s disease have been uncovered by scientists.


Surprising things that may reduce dementia risk factors

19 April, 2024

A new Australian study has uncovered some surprising factors that may reduce the risk of developing dementia.


Could smartphones detect frontotemporal dementia?

11 April, 2024

New research suggests that smartphone cognitive testing could detect early signs of frontotemporal dementia (FTD) in those who carry the gene.


The church needs a better understanding of dementia: study

26 March, 2024

More dementia education is needed to assist clergy in supporting those with dementia and their families, a new study shows.


Could the gut microbiome help to diagnose Alzheimer's?

22 March, 2024

A new project exploring the role of the gut microbiome in the early diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease has received a round of funding.


Call for dementia-specific tools for GPs

15 March, 2024

The newest Dementia Australia Honorary Medical Advisor is highlighting the importance of dementia-specific tools for GPs.


New VR dementia care program launched

12 March, 2024

A new program designed to create a network of leaders specialising in dementia care has been launched.


Language barriers: the impact on dementia patients

14 February, 2024

A new Edith Cowan University (ECU) study has explored the link between language barriers and aggression in dementia patients.


Delivering high-quality dementia care

08 February, 2024

Everyone working across the healthcare industry ought to be receiving compulsory education about dementia to increase their understanding and knowledge.


Irregular sleep patterns associated with dementia risk

03 January, 2024

A Monash University study has found that those with very irregular sleep patterns may be at heightened risk for dementia.


AI unlocks new genetic variants for Alzheimer's

14 December, 2023

Two new genetic variants associated with Alzheimer's disease have been uncovered through the use of artificial intelligence.


An AI-driven companion for people with dementia

01 December, 2023

UNSW researchers have developed Viv, an artificial intelligence-driven companion aimed at improving the lives of people living with dementia.


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