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What is the difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s disease?

Dementia is an umbrella term used to describe a group of diseases characterized by progressive worsening of cognitive function (memory,...

How quickly does dementia progress?

The progression rate for dementia can vary widely. In general, Alzheimer's disease tends to develop slowly and gradually worsens over...

I have dementia. Will I end up in a nursing home?

Most people with dementia stay at home with the support of family or carers until late stages of the disease. As a person's dementia...

Can I continue to drive after being diagnosed with dementia?

Dementia can affect memory, concentration, judgement, vision, and hand eye coordination, which makes driving more difficult. A diagnosis...

Is Alzheimer's disease hereditary?

Although people with a family history of Alzheimer's disease are generally considered to be at a higher lifetime risk of developing the...

Timely diagnosis of dementia

What are the potential benefits of a timely diagnosis of dementia? Early diagnosis of dementia is important as: 1. Memory loss and...

What are the diagnostic criteria for dementia?

Dementia describes a collection of symptoms that are caused by a group of neurological disorders affecting the brain function. Dementia...

What treatments are available for Alzheimer’s dementia?

Probably the most commonly prescribed medications for Alzheimer’s dementia in Australia are cholinesterase inhibitors. They work by...