Demenza

Dementia research update: What are the most recent breakthroughs?

Dr Pravir Sharma
2024-04-26

The onset of dementia can seriously affect patients in many ways, including their ability to communicate and their memory. Each type of dementia, however, has a different progression and in some cases, other factors can be controlled to improve outcomes for patients. In this article, leading consultant psychiatrist Dr Pravir Sharma expertly explains the progression of different forms of dementia, as well as outlining the latest developments in research of the condition. Mostrare di più

How do ‘senior moments’ differ from the signs of dementia?

Dr Mashkur Khan
2024-04-26

Revered consultant physician Dr Mashkur Khan explains how the symptoms associated with dementia differ from the occasional memory problems which often accompany ageing in this informative article. Mostrare di più

Signs of young-onset dementia

Professor Peter Garrard
2024-04-26

Dementia is most commonly associated with the elderly but it can affect younger people too. Young-onset dementia is difficult to diagnose but awareness of the condition is increasing. Professor Peter Garrard attends many patients with signs of young-onset dementia - learn from him about the condition and its signs to increase your knowledge of this complex and life-changing condition. Mostrare di più

Recognising Alzheimer’s disease – how AD affects patients

Professor Peter Garrard
2024-04-25

The causes of dementia are many, and they vary depending on the age of the patient. The most common by far is Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Alzheimer’s is an insidious condition in which symptoms creep up on patients, often unnoticed by family members at first, but with serious effects becoming evident as the disease progresses. Expert neurologist Professor Peter Garrard is here to talk about the signs that can identify Alzheimer’s disease. Mostrare di più