Purple Day ® is a global initiative to raise awareness about epilepsy and support those affected by it. Also called World Epilepsy Day ™, Purple Day was created in 2008 by nine-year-old Cassidy Megan ...

Getting an accurate and timely diagnosis of dementia is important. However, for younger people it can often take much longer. There can be specific reasons for this, including: Young-onset dementia is ...

Dozens of Georgia Alzheimer’s Association advocates from across the state met with Georgia lawmakers at the state Capitol.

On Thursday, dozens of Georgia Alzheimer’s Association advocates from across the state met with state lawmakers at the State ...

Find out what support is available from a GP when a person has dementia, including the role of the GP in dementia care. The GP can support a person even if they don't accept their diagnosis. General ...

FRANKFORT, KY – State Advocacy Day is drawing families from every corner of Kentucky to the capitol ready to share their stories in hopes of enacting legislative change. On Wednesday, February 19th ...

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia. Experts can’t predict exactly who will develop Alzheimer’s disease, but several factors may increase or decrease the risk.

Dementia posturing refers to a group of physical symptoms that can affect people with dementia. They include a stooped posture, shuffling walk, balance difficulties, or stiff movements. Dementia ...

A systematic review of existing medicines has found that antibiotics and vaccinations are associated with a reduced risk of dementia. Across the 14 studies included in the data crunch, most of which ...

But now, a new study finds that taking these medications may lower your risk of developing a host of different health issues, including dementia. Of course, it isn't all positive. The scientists ...

A major new analysis involving more than 130million people has revealed that five types of commonly taken medications could raise the risk of dementia. Antipsychotics, some medications for high ...