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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

Dementia caregiving can expose hidden family tensions – but early planning can ease the strain

By HelloCare Editorial Team

Caring for an older family member with dementia can bring long-standing family tensions to the surface, particularly when relatives disagree about responsibilities and care. Early planning, open communication and support can help families navigate some of these challenges. Read More

Menopause, stress, or dementia? Why women wait longer for a diagnosis

By HelloCare Editorial Team

"It's probably menopause." Women wait longer and pay more for a dementia diagnosis than men, new AIHW data shows. Nearly 2x as likely to be misdiagnosed with something else first. Read More

Dementia is no longer hidden, but families say stigma remains

By HelloCare Editorial Team

For decades, dementia was something many families kept private. Today, more Australians are willing to talk about it, but that does not always mean they know how to interact with someone living with dementia. Three families share their experiences on World Alzheimer's Day. Read More

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Could your genes decide whether aspirin protects against dementia?

Dementia caregiving can expose hidden family tensions – but early planning can ease the strain

Menopause, stress, or dementia? Why women wait longer for a diagnosis

Dementia is no longer hidden, but families say stigma remains

Menopause, hormone therapy and dementia: What new research found

Menopause, hormone therapy and dementia: What new research found

The long shadow: how childhood trauma may shape the ageing brain

The long shadow: how childhood trauma may shape the ageing brain

Government launches new campaign to help Australians reduce their dementia risk

Government launches new campaign to help Australians reduce their dementia risk

The business case for dementia-competent hospitals in Australia

The business case for dementia-competent hospitals in Australia

Alzheimer’s patient regains ability to talk and dress herself after magic mushroom compound

Alzheimer’s patient regains ability to talk and dress herself after magic mushroom compound

The wait is over: Australians invited to rewrite the rules of dementia care

The wait is over: Australians invited to rewrite the rules of dementia care

The fear of being next: How dementia in the family fuels cognitive anxiety in relatives

The fear of being next: How dementia in the family fuels cognitive anxiety in relatives

Alzheimer’s could be detected decades earlier — if this trial gets the green light

Alzheimer’s could be detected decades earlier — if this trial gets the green light

Has dementia research and advocacy been corrupted? Kate Swaffer speaks out

Has dementia research and advocacy been corrupted? Kate Swaffer speaks out

Reablement and cognitive health: Changing the narrative

Reablement and cognitive health: Changing the narrative