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Building cognitive reserve could protect against memory and thinking decline, even with low childhood cognition scores
New research suggests that people who develop high ‘cognitive reserve’...
High blood pressure during pregnancy linked to an increased risk of dementia
Researchers present findings at world’s largest dementia research conference Links...
Bolder government action is needed to address inequalities in dementia risk, says Alzheimer’s Research UK
Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC) 2022, San Diego, USA Call...
Research into Alzheimer’s enters crucial phase, as clinical trial results presented at major conference
Updates from clinical trials presented at world’s largest dementia research...
Experience of racism linked with poorer memory and thinking, as charity commits to targeting health and research inequalities
Researchers present findings that people who experience racism more likely...
Studies investigate impact of COVID-19 pandemic on memory and thinking changes
Researchers present findings at world’s largest dementia research conference Persistent...
Physical activity including household chores and DIY linked to lower dementia risk
Researchers in China have found that vigorous physical activity, whether...
Diet high in ultra-processed foods linked to a higher risk of dementia
Researchers in China have found a link between a diet...
Increased physical and mental activity linked to cognitive reserve in women
New research suggests that more mental and physical activity may...
First Women’s Health Strategy for England sets welcomed ambition for dementia
Alzheimer’s Research UK welcomes the publication of the first ever government-led Women’s...
Moderate alcohol consumption linked with higher iron levels and poorer thinking skills
UK researchers have found moderate alcohol consumption is linked with...
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease linked to higher dementia risk
Researchers from Sweden have found that people with non-alcoholic fatty...
Health Disparities White Paper Consensus Statement: Why we’re calling for bolder government action to address health inequalities
Today (Tuesday 12th July 2022) Alzheimer’s Research UK joins a coalition...
Thyroid problems in later life linked to increased risk of dementia
Researchers from the US and Taiwan have found a link...
Analysis suggests drugs for conditions such as ADHD could improve some Alzheimer’s symptoms
A new meta-analysis reviewing several clinical trials suggests that a...
One in five people who died from COVID-19 during 2020 and 2021 had dementia, new figures confirm
Alzheimer’s Research UK says Government must take greater action to...
Alzheimer’s Research UK backs Government vision for the future of clinical research delivery
Alzheimer's Research UK welcomes new Government plans to make the...
Menopause linked to increased blood vessel damage in the brain
Today (Wednesday 29 June) researchers published findings in the scientific...
Increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease post COVID-19 Danish researcher suggests
New research findings presented at a conference suggest that those...
Parliamentary champion for dementia, Baroness Sally Greengross OBE, passes away
Baroness Sally Greengross OBE, 29/06/1935 - 23/06/2022 The Baroness...
Research misconduct is serious – but research into Alzheimer’s is still on track
Reports in the press this week have highlighted a case...
Introducing our new Director of Alzheimer’s Research UK Drug Discovery Alliance Business Development
Prof John Davis has been appointed as the Director of...
What is the power in collaboration?
At Alzheimer’s Research UK, we pride ourselves on being collaborative...
The making of Dame Barbara Windsor’s Queen of Bingo dress
In celebration of National Bingo Day, Jackpotjoy is auctioning dresses worn...
UK health system must get ready for new Alzheimer’s treatments
Faced with COVID-19 backlogs and workforce shortages, and mindful of...
All you need to know about brain scans and dementia
When someone goes to the doctor with dementia symptoms, a...
United: Caring for our loved ones living with dementia
A new book – United – is a poignant glimpse...
Why women are bearing more of the impact of dementia
If you’re reading this blog, you probably don’t need me...
Head impacts and brain health: progress and potential
Wembley Stadium has provided the backdrop for some of the...
Amyloid: 30 years of a breakthrough theory
We are at a crucial point in dementia research, particularly...
Air pollution and brain health, is it all smoke and mirrors?
You may have read news stories about a link between...
Capital gains! My epic London running challenge in honour of my mum
On March 31, I’m going to attempt to run further...
Our open letter to the Prime Minister
Dear Prime Minister, Dementia is the greatest long term health...
Becoming a mum has made me appreciate the love my mum has for me
Mother’s Day is a wonderful celebration of our love for...
6 highlights from the 2022 Alzheimer’s Research UK conference
Alzheimer’s Research UK’s annual conference showcased the latest dementia research...
My dad could see things despite being blind
Another Presence is a film exploring the experiences, particularly hallucinations,...
Making the case for treatments for agitation in people with Alzheimer’s disease
Treatments to slow down or prevent the diseases that cause...
