Dementia is the name for a group of symptoms linked to the ongoing decline of the brain. It is thought to affect almost one million people in the UK. Early signs of the condition can include symptoms such as memory loss and personality changes. However, as it most commonly affects people over the age of … Read more
Life’s traumatic events don’t just cause stress, they could also increase your risk of developing Alzheimer’s, according to a new study. The research found that individuals who had experienced significant trauma, such as a divorce or bereavement, at a young age were more likely to show symptoms of the disease than those who had not. … Read more
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia in the UK. The exact cause is unknown, and as there’s currently no cure, spotting symptoms as early as possible can ensure timely access to the right care and support. According to neuroscientist Dr Ben Rein, Alzheimer’s isn’t just something you wake up with one day. … Read more
Alzheimer’s sufferers may soon be able to receive a diagnosis for the disease years before symptoms appear, thanks to a groundbreaking new blood test. Scientists believe a new blood test capable of measuring levels of a known marker protein that precedes the development of the debilitating neurodegenerative disease. A study by Alzheimer’s researchers has found … Read more
