The Latest Breaking News from Dementia

As commemorations marking the 80th anniversary of the Allied landings take place in Normandy, film critic Lisa Nesselson tells us about her favorite D-Day classics – from star-studded extravaganza "The Longest Day" to Steven Spielberg's "Saving Private Ryan". Plus, Jessica Chastain and Peter Sarsgaard star in "Memory", a harsh tale…

Some people have the biological hallmarks of Alzheimer’s – proteins called amyloid and tau that gum up the brain – but have no disease symptoms. Researchers suggest that this could be because some people build up a “cognitive reserve” – the brain’s ability to find new ways to handle and…

The team from the University of Birmingham examined data on more than five million people registered with UK GP practices.

Viewers complained that the ads were excessively distressing, offensive and irresponsible

Undetected memory issues can lead to financial problems years before diagnosis. Watch for missed payments and risky investments.

Grassroots groups across the country are raising awareness of the condition to dispel myths and prevent people – most of whom are women – being ostracised, attacked and killed

Hundreds of thousands of convictions continue to be handed out behind closed doors

Myra Coutinho-Lopez, 82, who had dementia became confused at bank counter, leading to altercation with Courtney Richman, 26

The actor gives an astonishing, awards-worthy performance as a stage star with dementia in a slight yet powerful TV movie

A recent study aimed to uncover the misconceptions about dementia.

Cypriot-born Sia Kasparis, who speaks limited English, was not told about disability premium overpayment for several years