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Can you prevent or delay dementia through genetics and lifestyle?

Can you prevent or delay dementia through genetics and lifestyle?

Mar 2, 2026 | Dementia Education, Preventative Dementia Care

When dementia affects a family, one of the most difficult questions often lingers beneath the surface: Will this happen to me too? Advances in genetics have made it possible to better understand risk, but they have also introduced new uncertainty. If a parent has...
The relationship between oral health and dementia care

The relationship between oral health and dementia care

Jan 16, 2026 | Dementia Education, Preventative Dementia Care

Oral health is often overlooked in dementia care, yet emerging research and clinical experience continue to highlight how closely the mouth is connected to the brain. Protecting oral health plays a vital role in preserving overall wellbeing for people living with...
Why your 40s and 50s are critical years for reducing dementia risk

Why your 40s and 50s are critical years for reducing dementia risk

Nov 19, 2025 | Dementia Education, Preventative Dementia Care

Dementia is most commonly diagnosed in later life, but growing scientific evidence shows that the foundations for brain health are laid decades earlier. Researchers from the WHO, the Lancet Commission (2024 updates), and global Alzheimer’s organisations consistently...
The impact of chronic stress on brain health and dementia risk

The impact of chronic stress on brain health and dementia risk

Aug 25, 2025 | Dementia Education, Health & Wellbeing, Preventative Dementia Care

Stress is a natural response to life’s challenges, and in short bursts, it can even be beneficial. However, when stress becomes chronic i.e. lasting weeks, months, or even years, it can have significant effects on the brain. Scientists have increasingly studied how...
Research on omega-3 and dementia risk

Research on omega-3 and dementia risk

Jul 23, 2025 | Dementia Education, Preventative Dementia Care

When it comes to protecting the brain as we age, diet plays a critical role and few nutrients have sparked as much scientific interest as omega-3 fatty acids. Found primarily in oily fish like salmon, mackerel, and sardines, as well as in flaxseeds and walnuts,...
How smoking affects your risk of dementia

How smoking affects your risk of dementia

Nov 6, 2024 | Dementia Education, Preventative Dementia Care

Smoking is well-known for its adverse effects on overall health, but its connection to cognitive decline and dementia is often overlooked. Research has shown that smoking increases the risk of developing various forms of dementia, including Alzheimer’s and...
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