Running for the bus could save your brain and lower risk of dementia
YES, that chaotic sprint you make when the driver looks like they might close the doors could actually be doing your brain a favour. A
Cooking dinner at home once a week could help stave off dementia risk, new study reveals
THE STUDY tracked nearly 11,000 people aged 65 and over in Japan over several years to assess the impact of cooking habits on cognitive health.
Spanish scientists hail breakthrough in Alzheimer’s treatment as debate grows over safety, costs, and benefits
A NEW treatment for Alzheimer’s slowed the disease’s progression “for the first time in history,” Spanish scientists said – but the breakthrough remains mired in
Omega-3 reduces the risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s, says study in Spain: These are the foods with high levels of the fatty acid
OMEGA-3 can lower the risk of developing dementia, including Alzheimer’s, a study has suggested. The Hospital del Mar Research Institute in Barcelona found that people
Gibraltar welcomes World Alzheimer’s Month as over 1% of its population suffers from dementia
Gibraltar has welcomed World Alzheimer’s Month as the Government issued a statement last Friday to highlight the importance of raising awareness of the condition. Under
Gibraltar announces 5-year-strategy for the territory to become a dementia friendly city
GIBRALTAR’S Government has met with Gibraltar Alzheimer’s and Dementia Society to talk about the recently published National Dementia Strategy. At the meeting, Chief Minister Fabian
New research: Mediterranean diet can slash risk of dementia by 23%
Eating a “Mediterranean-like diet” can lower the risk of developing dementia by up to 23%, according to new research. The groundbreaking study, published on Tuesday
New study: Common heart irregularity linked to increased risk of dementia
A common irregular heartbeat known as atrial fibrillation (A-fib) may increase the risk of dementia, a new study suggests. Researchers found that people newly diagnosed
12 steps to do now to avoid getting dementia later in life
The vast majority of people are not doing enough to ward off dementia in later life, according to new research. Alzheimer’s Research UK has composed
Costa del Sol football match to raise funds for crucial charity
IT WILL be men versus women in a game of football on Spain’s Costa del Sol, but it won’t be your typical sporting contest. The
Helicopter rescues British dementia sufferer missing for two days in Benidorm area of Spain’s Costa Blanca
AN Alicante Provincial fire service helicopter has rescued a British man in the Benidorm area after he went missing on Wednesday. Richard Morris, 76, suffers
Study at Madrid hospital offers new hope for Alzheimer’s cure
DOCTORS at a Madrid hospital have identified a protein that could slow the onset of Alzheimer’s offering new hope of a cure for the disease.
Irishman with dementia who was missing FOUND ‘safe and well’ on Spain’s Costa del Sol
"The Irish community at home and abroad have been extraordinary, my family and I have been truly touched by all the help, well wishes and
‘WE’RE HERE’: British expats on Costa del Sol re-launch Alzheimer’s and Dementia support charity shop
The grand re-opening of the shop saw a huge new sign installed, and the public were invited in to browse the fantastic range of second-hand
Research suggests sunshine reduces risk of dementia
'The potential for making a difference now is enormous' according to researchers
Smoking linked to Alzheimer’s
Over 33% of Spain's men and one quarter of women are smokers
‘Smart home’ to tackle dementia
Network of sensors could keep elderly people in their own homes for longer, by Imogen Calderwood
Spain sees dramatic rise in dementia deaths
The country's aging population sparks a rise in Alzheimer's and other neurodegenerative diseases
Dementia drug bonanza in Spain
Reduction of ‘plaques and tangles’ on the brain could be significant in fight against dementia
The puzzle of life: Raymond Prats
Raymond Prats of Simplecare provides a checklist on things to reduce the risk of dementia and help stay young