Alzheimer's Research UK - the UK's leading Alzheimer's research …
Alzheimer's Research UK are the UK's leading Alzheimer's research charity aiming to find a cure for dementia. Together we have the power to make breakthroughs possible.
What is Alzheimer's disease? - Alzheimer's Research UK
Contact the Dementia Research Infoline, 9am-5pm, Monday to Friday. 0300 111 5 111. infoline@alzheimersresearchuk.org. Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia, find out about what causes it, symptoms, diagnosis and treatments here.
How dementia affects everyday life - Alzheimer's Research UK
Every person’s experience of dementia is different and unique, but many people find everyday activities like going to the shops, remembering appointments, and managing bills and letters difficult. These are often called activities of daily living. Over time, as dementia gets worse, a person will need more support to carry out other activities ...
Research - Alzheimer's Research UK
We believe that research can create a world free from the fear, harm and heartbreak of dementia. We lead world class research in the pursuit of breakthroughs that will change the narrative for people living with dementia. Dementia is caused by diseases, and we know through research diseases can be cured. Every discovery brings us closer to ...
Alzheimer's disease symptoms - Alzheimer's Research UK
An early symptom of Alzheimer’s disease is often memory loss. This may include losing memories of recent events, asking the same questions repeatedly, or having difficulty following conversation and learning new information. If problems start to get in the way of everyday life or are getting worse, it is important to see a GP as soon as ...
Dementia information - Alzheimer's Research UK
Dementia information. We provide accredited information about dementia that is up to date, evidence based and trustworthy. You can also order this information in hardcopy booklet form. People have lots of questions about dementia and the diseases that cause it. These pages provide information about the most common causes of dementia, symptoms ...
Alzheimer's disease treatments - Alzheimer's Research UK
Contact the Dementia Research Infoline. 9am-5pm, Monday to Friday. 0300 111 5 111. infoline@alzheimersresearchuk.org. This information was updated in May 2024 and is due to be reviewed in May 2026. It was written by Alzheimer’s Research UK’s Information Services team with input from lay and expert reviewers.
Cognitive reserve and dementia risk - Alzheimer's Research UK
Research suggests that people who develop high ‘cognitive reserve’ by the time they reach 69 have less decline in memory and thinking, even if they had lower childhood cognitive abilities. Higher educational qualifications, having a challenging job, and more social and leisure activities were all linked to a slower rate of decline.
Think Brain Health - Alzheimer's Research UK
But many of us take our brains for granted. Just as we can protect other areas of our health, we can take steps to keep our brains healthy and reduce our risk of developing dementia later in life. Think Brain Health is an ongoing celebration of everything our incredible brains do for us and a guide to the simple things we can do to protect them ...
Types of dementia - Alzheimer's Research UK
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia, but there are other types of dementia too. It is possible to have more than one type of dementia at the same time. Alzheimer’s is sometimes seen with vascular dementia or dementia with Lewy bodies. You might hear this called ‘mixed dementia’. On these pages you will find ...