dementia

'Dementia simulator' among new games on show in Dundee

Posted in Medicine on 14th May, 2015
by Alex Muller

A video game simulating the impact of Alzheimer's disease is among the work going on show at Abertay University's digital graduate show.

Green Tea Extract and Exercise Hinder Progress of Alzheimer's Disease in Mice

Posted in Medicine on 5th May, 2015
by Alex Muller

Scientists are seeking treatments and therapies found in common foods that will help stave off the disease or prevent it completely.

Dementia 'halted in mice brains'

Posted in Medicine on 15th Apr, 2015
by Alex Muller

Tweaking the brain's immune system with a drug has prevented mice developing dementia, a study shows.

Being overweight 'reduces dementia risk'

Posted in Medicine on 10th Apr, 2015
by Alex Muller

Being overweight cuts the risk of dementia, according to the largest and most precise investigation into the relationship.

New 'MIND' diet may significantly protect against Alzheimers disease

Posted in Medicine on 23rd Mar, 2015
by Alex Muller

Even moderate adherence shows reduction in incidence, according to a paper published in the journal Alzheimers and Dementia.