Certain memory complaints may predict future dementia New research reaffirms the importance of practitioners listening to older patients’ self-experience of cognitive decline.
Dementia, Ageing and Aged Care Mission roadmap open for consultation The public has a chance to have its say on the future research direction and funding decisions of the Mission.
Further potential risk factor for osteoporosis identified: Research A new study has found air pollution could be a potential contributing cause.
Most people in residential aged care feel safe and respected: Report The report, which details consumers’ experiences of residential aged care in 2017–19, found mainly positive responses.
Lifetime risk of most common cancers overstated: new research Australia’s five most common cancers are less of a lifetime risk than previously thought – particularly for men.
Global survey reveals ‘startling’ lack of knowledge on dementia A new global survey has highlighted the ongoing prevalence of myths around the disorder.
Australian patients rank ‘bad luck’ as third leading cause of cancer Despite clear evidence of cancer risk factors, many patients attribute its development to fate.
Researchers uncover alternate theory for Alzheimer’s disease Rather than tangles and plaques being the cause of the disease, researchers are exploring the issue of lysosomal storage.
Removing barriers to care for young onset dementia Dr Wendy Kelso talks about helping people with young onset dementia access treatment, no matter where they live.
Funding boost for dementia research The $21 million includes support for a general practice-focused project investigating a holistic approach to dementia prevention.