Aug 11, 2017

Aromatherapy for Sundowning – VIDEO

Aromatherapy has been found to be effective in helping with the agitation, anxiety and irritability that often occurs in people with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia.

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Why old dogs might be able to teach Alzheimer’s researchers new tricks

Could our ageing canine companions hold clues to better dementia treatments? Scientists have found links between brain changes in dogs with cognitive decline and those seen in people with Alzheimer’s disease, including a potential blood biomarker that could help researchers track the condition. Read More

Reablement and cognitive health: Changing the narrative

Cognitive decline does not have to mean the end of independence. Reablement shifts the focus from loss to capability, supporting people living with dementia to maintain confidence, connection and daily function for longer. Read More

Could your genes decide whether aspirin protects against dementia?

Aspirin didn't prevent dementia when everyone was lumped together. For years, that has been the verdict from large trials, and it has left researchers with few affordable options for reducing the risk of a condition affecting hundreds of thousands of Australians. But when researchers looked at genetics, a different picture emerged for one group. Read More
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