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Dementia is not a normal part of ageing and is the nation's most pressing public health issue but rates will double without urgent action, advocates say.

Researchers found a ‘significant association’ between those who drank more green tea and lower cerebral white matter lesions

Could the bacteria in your mouth predict whether you are at risk of dementia? Emerging research suggests that the bacteria living on your tongue and gums may affect how the brain works and how it changes as we age. In turn, this could affect whether someone ages normally or develops…

There’s currently no cure for dementia. Although some recently developed drugs show promise in slowing the progress of the disease, these are both costly and may have limited benefit for many patients.

As dementia rates rise globally, families and care partners are seeking ways to maintain meaningful connections with loved ones experiencing memory loss. In many cultures, food is central to cultural identity and family life.

Brains of people with dementia shows greater accumulation of these particles

Rumer Willis says Bruce Willis is "doing great" amid the LA wildfires and his ongoing battle with dementia.

Nightmares and changes in vision can both be early warning signs of dementia.

The study found exercising throughout life was ‘associated with better cognitive functioning’ at the age of 70.

Officials have demanded improvements on cancer care, routine hospital treatment and emergency wait times.

The broadcaster and author will present the programme for the last time in April.