Alzheimer's Research UK
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 ...
Brain health basics - Alzheimer's Research UK
Brain health basics. Your brain is incredible. It controls your movement, emotions and stores your precious memories. Sadly, the physical diseases that cause dementia – like Alzheimer’s disease – can take all of this away. There’s no sure-fire way to prevent dementia yet. That's because some of the things that shape our risk, including ...
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.
Alzheimer's disease diagnosis - 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.
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 ...