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| UpdatedResearchers call for a wider debate around the use of physical restraints in aged-care homes after finding they have caused five deaths over 13 years.
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| UpdatedPeople who live near busy roads laden with heavy traffic face a higher risk of developing dementia than those living further away, according to researchers in Canada.
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| UpdatedAn American journalist is using digital storytelling to share the life stories of patients with dementia, helping carers to better empathise with the people they are caring for.
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A virtual reality game is helping people with dementia and leading to a drastic reduction in medication needed for some patients.
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A national helpline will replace Orange's only dementia support officer when the position runs out of funding next year.
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| UpdatedIf you could know decades in advance that you would develop Alzheimer's disease, would you want to know? That's one of the issues a US scientist is thinking about as his research shows a simple eye test may provide early diagnosis.
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A leading dementia expert is warning Australian doctors about the over-use of anti-psychotic medications.
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| UpdatedUnderwater therapy, a dementia friendly community, tireless advocates — they are all amongst the winners for the National Disability Awards announced on Monday night.
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There are hopes to make the Hunter region the leading area for dementia care in the country.
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The Alchemy Chorus is established to help reduce social isolation and provide an uplifting experience for people with dementia and their carers.
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The Alchemy Chorus is a new Canberra choir for people living with dementia and their carers.
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New research suggests a possible link between an increase in levels of the stress hormone cortisol and the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.
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A new craft initiative strikes the Wide Bay region, with craft enthusiasts young and old making Twiddle Muffs for a good cause.
Topics: health, anxiety, craft, alzheimers-and-dementia, charities-and-community-organisations, bundaberg-4670
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| UpdatedIn an accidental discovery, Queensland researchers appear to have slowed the ageing process in the brains of laboratory mice, using ultrasound.
Topics: brain-and-nervous-system, diseases-and-disorders, health, research, medical-research, science-and-technology, alzheimers-and-dementia, australia
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| UpdatedRobin Williams' widow writes an essay about the "terrorist" inside the actor's brain and the worsening of his dementia in the lead-up to his death.
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| UpdatedFor those who might not know his genius, and for those who want to relive the magic, here's a look at some of Terry Jones' best on-screen moments. Is your favourite on our list?
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| UpdatedActor and director Terry Jones, a founding member of Britain's zany Monty Python comedy team, has been diagnosed with primary progressive aphasia, affecting his ability to communicate.
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A team of dancers from an aged care facility, including four from the high care dementia unit, prepare to perform at central Queensland's largest dance festival.
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