Brain health
The science behind staying sharp
Staying sharp is one of our three simple rules for better brain health, but what does this mean in practice?
How does your hearing affect dementia risk?
In 2020, a study reviewing risk factors for dementia suggested people with unaddressed midlife hearing loss may be up to five times more likely to have the condition than those without hearing loss.
A day in the life of a brain health researcher
Dementia researchers are making new discoveries all the time, helping us better understand how to look after our brains. But have you ever wondered what they get up to every day?
Walk for a cure – and for your brain health
Our supporter Hat Hewitt explains why it was important for her to walk for a cure – and how walking is part of her toolkit for looking after her brain health.
Five things we’ve learnt about the nation’s brain health
This Dementia Action Week, we look back at what we’ve learnt from the Think Brain Health Check-in so far – and the actions people are taking to protect their brains.
The big brain health check-in – your top questions answered
Following the launch of our Think Brain Health Check-in, we answer some of your top brain health questions.
Introducing the Check-in, a tool for better brain health
Our Chief Executive Hilary Evans explains why we’re optimistic that the new Think Brain Health Check-in will help thousands take small steps towards better brain health.
Kirsty Gallacher: I’ve checked-in on my brain health, now it’s your turn
Having seen the impact of dementia on her grandfather, TV and radio presenter Kirsty Gallacher is on a mission to get people to check in on their brain health and help reduce their risk of dementia.
Kirsty Gallacher: How I’m taking action for my brain
Having seen the impact of dementia on her grandfather, TV and radio presenter Kirsty Gallacher is on a mission to get people to check in on their brain health and help reduce their risk of dementia.
Understanding your barriers to brain healthy habits – and how to overcome them
Building new habits is a journey and obstacles are to be expected. Samuel Salzer explains how we can overcome them.
