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Taking this one vitamin could help prevent dementia in women, study finds

A promising discovery

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Shock stat exposes Aussie dementia reality

A shocking new report has exposed the dire health reality for almost half a million Aussies, as experts warn the figures are expected to double over the next three decades.

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New test predicts Alzheimer’s years before it strikes

Scientists have developed a first-of-its-kind test that can predict dementia nine years before a diagnosis.

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Tea could significantly reduce the risk of dementia, study shows

Start sipping for more brain power

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How cognition changes before dementia, Alzheimer’s hits

New research challenges the common perception that memory loss is the earliest indicator of dementia, and in particular Alzheimer’s.

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‘Hidden disease’: Peter Alexander shares three-year agony

Pyjama king Peter Alexander reveals why a devastating and cruel disease that rocked his family must no longer be “hidden under the cover”. Listen to his story.

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Forgetfulness or dementia: How to spot the difference

There’s a difference between normal forgetfulness and memory loss-related dementia. Here’s what you need to know.

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How to protect yourself from heartbreaking disease

Alcohol abuse is among 15 factors that can increase the risk of a devastating illness. Here’s what you need to know.

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If you spend 10 hours a day chained to your desk, or chilling on the couch, you have a greater chance of developing dementia, scientists say. Image: iStock.

Sitting for this many hours a day could increase the risk of dementia

Are you guilty?

A landmark study into Alzheimer’s disease has found a new drug called donanemab slows cognitive and functional decline in people with early symptoms of the degenerative illness. Image: iStock.

New drug found to slow down early Alzheimer’s symptoms

It’s what sufferers have been praying for

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New research finds women are twice as likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease

Hormonal changes are the likely determining factor

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‘While this is painful, it is a relief to finally have a clear diagnosis’

Researchers have hailed the dawn of a new era of Alzheimer's therapies after lecanemab trial confirmed slows cognitive decline by 27 per cent. Image: The Father IMDB

Dementia drug shows early signs of success

‘This is a historic moment for dementia research.’

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