Brain health
Dementia is the second leading cause of death in Australia. It is one of the most common yet misunderstood illnesses in Australia. Alzheimer’s, on the other hand, is a specific type of brain disease. It is the most common cause of dementia, accounting for 60 to 80 per cent of dementia cases
Aussie scientists able to predict Alzheimer's risk five years early
When do you need to worry that your faulty memory could turn into Alzheimer's?
Can you buy a better brain with 'smart pills'?
Nootropics are a new class of 'smart drugs' that promise increased cognitive abilities.
Calculator predicts your risk of dementia - and it's free
Researchers develop an online tool to help over-55s better understand brain health.
Scientists find the source of superagers' memory
Scientists reveal how superager brains are different.
Australian scientists discover non-invasive Alzheimer's treatment
Queensland Brain Institute researchers have found a new way to fight the effects of ageing.
How 'super-agers' live to 100 with a healthy mind
Dutch study tells how cognitive 'super-agers' maintain brain function.
Simple blood and memory test to diagnose Alzheimer's
Swedish researchers believe they have found a simple way to diagnose Alzheimer's early.
The age you gain weight plays a role in Alzheimer's risk
You may not need to worry about any weight gained during the pandemic.
Study links dementia to poor kidney function
The lower the kidney function, the higher incidence of dementia.
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