Dementia

What can we learn from the NZ hospitals that are failing dementia patients

The NZ government's failure to account for the psychiatric needs of older adults has resulted in physicians facing pressure to…

Gut bacteria joins fight against Alzheimer’s

New research has found that a bacteria best known for causing stomach ulcers can block the toxic buildup of both…

Study claims younger generations are less likely to develop dementia

Dementia affects over 57 million people worldwide – and this number is only projected to grow. However, a surprising new…

Dementia makes you more vulnerable to fraud

Older adults diagnosed with dementia lose their ability to assess how well they manage their finances, according to a recent…

TGA approves donanemab for treatment of Alzheimer’s in Australia

In positive news for Australians, the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has approved a drug that has been proven to significantly slow…

Dementia risk depends on more than lifestyle factors. Overstating this can cause stigma and blame

As public awareness of dementia grows, so too does the appetite for prevention. Global headlines tout the benefits of exercise,…

“As many people as possible”: Researchers recruit for promising dementia drug trial

Local researchers will test whether a new injectable drug can delay or even stop the onset of Alzheimer’s disease when…

Jenny Summerton takes on top residential care role at HammondCare

Jenny Summerton started her career in diagnostic biology, working in a public health setting across microbiology, serology and virology before…

New study finds no evidence technology causes ‘digital dementia’ in older people

In the 21st century, digital technology has changed many aspects of our lives. Generative artificial intelligence (AI) is the latest…