Actors
English actress Prunella Scales, renowned for her portrayal of Sybil Fawlty in the acclaimed sitcom Fawlty Towers, has passed away at the age of 93. Her sons confirmed that she died peacefully at home in London, surrounded by her family. Despite being forced to retire from acting due to dementia,
Dementia
A new study suggests that faulty waste clearance in the brain, specifically in the glymphatic system, could be contributing to dementia. Researchers analyzed MRI scans from 40,000 adults and found that impaired movement of cerebrospinal fluid, which cushions and cleans the brain, predicted a higher risk of dementia later
Dementia
Researchers from the Medical Department, Geriatric Unit, Azienda ULSS3 (Unita Locale Socio Sanitaria) Serenissima, Dolo, Venice, Italy, have conducted a study that reveals a significant link between hypercholesterolemia and the development of dementia in patients with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). The investigation, published in the Journal of Alzheimer's
Dementia
Research has estimated that the fraction of dementia prevalence associated with treatable sensory risk factors, such as hearing and vision loss, is substantial, according to a new report. The study, conducted by researchers at Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health, analyzed data from the National Health and Aging
Dementia
Nursing and medical students in South Korea have been found to significantly improve their readiness for interprofessional education, self-efficacy, teamwork attitude, and problem-solving process after participating in an Interprofessional Education Simulation-based Dementia Management (IPE-SDM) program. The 190-minute program, which consisted of three sessions using standardized patients, was implemented for a
Dementia
A human-centered design framework, known as the innovation biodesign framework, has been successfully applied to develop a physical activity intervention, called the Nurturing Aging Through Uplifting Activities in a Restorative Environment (NATURE) program, specifically designed for minoritized individuals, such as Hispanic or Latino people with memory challenges. This innovative approach
Caregivers
Brazilian caregiver-PWD dyads were interviewed, revealing that all had at least one unmet need. Factors such as caregiver sex, years of caregiving experience, and personal limitations were linked to a greater number of unmet needs in PWD. Caregiver well-being significantly affects the quality of dementia care. Targeted support strategies are
Antipsychotic agents
A study published in JAMA Network Open reveals that patients with dementia in hospice care who start taking benzodiazepines or antipsychotics are more likely to die within six months than similar patients who do not receive these medications. The study analyzed national Medicare data from 2014 to 2018 and found
Dementia
A new study published in the International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry has found a significant association between music-related leisure activities and a reduced risk of dementia in older adults. The research, conducted by a team of scientists at Monash University, used data from the ASPirin in Reducing Events in the
Blood glucose
The Madras Diabetes Research Foundation (MDRF), in collaboration with the Centre for Brain Research (CBR) and the UK Dementia Research Institute (UK DRI), has embarked on a groundbreaking study to unravel the intricate link between diabetes and dementia. Led by MDRF Chairman Dr. V. Mohan, the research aims to explore
Brain injuries
Research published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ) has found that traumatic brain injuries (TBI) in older adults are associated with new cases of dementia, increased use of home care services, and admission to long-term care facilities. The study analyzed data on over 260,000 adults aged 65 and
Business research
Innovate UK has announced a £1.2 million investment in projects aimed at accelerating innovation in digital cognitive assessments for dementia. This investment is part of Innovate UK's support for the Dame Barbara Windsor Dementia Goals, which is driving faster progress towards more personalised dementia treatments and tools
