Controlling infections might reduce risk of dementia, study says

Existing drugs identified that could aid fight against dementia

Cambridge researchers found some are associated with a reduced risk of dementia.

Dementia risk could be slashed by common 3p painkiller

The new study found anti-inflammatory drugs were associated with a lower risk of developing dementia

Controlling infections might reduce risk of dementia, study says

Preventing or treating infections could be a key means of warding off dementia, a new evidence review says.

Red meat increases the threat of dementia

Boffins at Harvard University claim that removing red meat from your diet could slash the risk of the cognitive disease by up to a fifth. The scientists think that chemicals released during the digestion of the breakfast favourites aid the build-up of toxic proteins in the brain while fat and salt can also damage brain cell health. Data taken from 134,000 middle-aged Americans discovered that people who eat the equivalent of two rashers …

Intranasal oxytocin shows promise for treating core symptom of frontotemporal dementia

A new study led by Western researchers found frequent treatment with intranasal oxytocin—a hormone in the brain associated with empathy—offers promise for addressing a key symptom among patients with frontotemporal dementia (FTD): Apathy.

Study reveals potential drug links to Dementia risk

Findings from a large-scale review indicate certain medications may influence dementia risk, offering insights for prevention and drug repurposing strategies.