While there are no guarantees, making small, sustainable changes in diet, exercise, social interaction, and mental well-being can be beneficial in the long run.
This guide explains what usually happens after a dementia diagnosis, from memory clinic assessments and GP reviews to social care support, dementia advisers, carer services and social prescribers. It outlines how families can access help as needs change and how to understand when further support or a review of home safety may be needed.
Vascular dementia is a type of dementia caused by reduced blood flow to the brain, usually due to a stroke, small vessel disease, or other conditions affecting the vascular system.
On average, a person with dementia may live between five to twenty years after diagnosis.
When someone receives a dementia diagnosis, it’s natural to wonder what medications might help. This clear, carer-friendly guide explains the main medicines prescribed for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, how they work, and what to expect — including advice on other treatments that may support mood, sleep, and wellbeing.
Dementia is an umbrella term for a range of cognitive impairments caused by different diseases that damage the brain. While Alzheimer’s disease is the most well-known, many individuals actually live with mixed dementia—a condition where two or more types of dementia coexist. The most common combination is Alzheimer’s disease and Read more
Mixed dementia occurs when changes associated with more than one type of dementia are present in the brain.
With articles, headlines, and even social media influencers weighing in, it’s not always clear what to believe. This article offers a calm, evidence-based look at what we know (and don’t yet know) about cholesterol, statins, and cognitive health.
Understanding mixed dementia is crucial for improving diagnosis, treatment, and support for those affected
Mixed dementia presents unique challenges due to the combination of symptoms from different types of dementia.