People who get less rapid eye movement (REM) sleep may have a greater risk of developing dementia, according to a new study published today (Wednesday 23 August).

People exposed to higher levels of lithium in their drinking water are at a reduced risk of dementia, according to a large study published today (Wednesday 23 August 2017) in JAMA Psychiatry.

Joy Watson is one of our highly valued ambassadors, doing a huge amount to raise awareness both of dementia and Alzheimer’s Society. She has recently seen her benefits to be cut.

As life expectancy increases, so too have the number of years that older adults spend with substantial care needs, suggests a study published today in The Lancet.

A new report published today by Healthwatch has highlighted the striking variation in care homes across the country.

Musician, Glen Campbell, has died aged 81, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease.