Vision loss has been highlighted as a risk factor for dementia. Correcting vision loss can help to manage the risk. Uncorrected vision loss increases a person’s risk of developing dementia. The more ...

Our series of research videos show what it’s like to have five different types of assessment for dementia. This post shows how one of them – the amyloid PET scan – is becoming a vital part of research ...

Paul shares that he was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease in 2025 and has been receiving support from Alzheimer's Society. BBC Radio 2 and Greatest Hits Radio presenter Paul Gambaccini, aged 77, has ...

Take on the incredible Trek26 Cotswolds challenge and walk 13 or 26 miles. Explore the rural landscape of the Cotswolds as you trek through ancient woodlands, wildflower meadows and historic Cotswold ...

Alzheimer’s Society’s Big Beach Challenge is the ultimate day out by the sea. Messy, silly and packed with good old-fashioned fun. Taking place on a beach, this sand-based obstacle course is all about ...

Wendy Mitchell was diagnosed with young-onset Alzheimer's disease in 2014, aged 58. Here she shares exclusive excerpts from her book about dementia 'Somebody I used to know' and the conversation she ...

Following Sylvia's diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease, she and her son Mark resolved not to take it lying down. Together, they devised an action plan with recommended foods and activities to help Sylvia ...

Two years ago, my lovely, gentle mum died. She was 85 years old. Six months before she died, Mum could still touch her toes, or do high kicks when sitting in her chair! Her hearing was acute (at times ...

After a successful career in the music industry, working with acts like Queen and the Rolling Stones, Martyn Barter wanted to give something back. His dad, Alan, had vascular dementia and Martyn’s ...

Devices that use GPS to locate a person may be useful. They could help your husband to continue walking about the neighbourhood while still being as safe as possible. There are a number of ...

Bill Gates has today announced a $50 million investment into the Dementia Discovery Fund, motivated by personal experience of Alzheimer's disease in his family. In a statement and video, the ...