Dementia is now the leading cause of death in Australia. But why is it fatal?

Dementia’s effects on the brain can cause death. But they can also lead to other complications, which can then be fatal.

6 early signs of dementia before 65 – and when to get checked

There are many subtle signs of dementia beyond memory loss. These are the ones to look out for, from misinterpreting emotions to confusion and mental health problems.

What is the ‘Lewy lean’? The odd sign of a type of dementia that progresses faster than Alzheimer’s

Fellows noted that there is one troubling, telltale sign of LBD — and it made seem familiar if you’ve noticed a loved one always seems to be leaning forward when they stand. T ...

What is lecanemab, the newly approved Alzheimer's drug? Can it really slow down dementia?

Dementia is a condition that results in progressive memory or thinking problems. It's now the most common cause of death in ...
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Dementia is the leading cause of death for Aussie women. Will I be among them?

After witnessing my mum's cognitive decline and with dementia now the leading cause of death for Australian women, I can't help but wonder: Will I be among them? I started noticing changes when my mum ...
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Should dementia and other patients be able to choose death?

FILE – In this Aug. 14, 2018 file photo, Dr. William Burke goes over a PET brain scan at Banner Alzheimers Institute in Phoenix. The drug company Biogen Inc. says it will seek federal approval for a ...

New guidelines developed for helping people with dementia

A framework has been developed to track and improve the treatment options for dementia patients in aged care. The proposal ...