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29/01/2025

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An online program aimed at improving diet, exercise and other modifiable risk factors for dementia has resulted in better cognition in older adults, Australian research has found.

25/06/2024

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Here are 8 ways to approach growing older — and life — with wonder, curiosity and delight, from author and designer Ingrid Fetell Lee.

24/06/2024

08/02/2024

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But when should you be concerned that these small acts of forgetfulness are part of a larger cognitive decline that may indicate dementia?

16/03/2023

Physical is known to have positive and protective effects on brain function, not only reducing risk factors but increasing .

By contrast, there is indisputable evidence that physical inactivity increases the risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke, obesity, diabetes and depression. All of these are risk factors for .

The message for all Australians is: get active. Participants of are perfect examples of the benefits that accrue from physical exercise. Donate at https://wipeout-dementia-2023.raisely.com/

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UNSW UNSW Medicine & Health

29/06/2022

We are seeking people living with dementia to participate in an exciting online study! A research team led by Prof Kaarin Anstey is testing a new online group intervention called ‘SHAPE’ for people in the early stages of dementia and an e-learning for family and friends.

‘Joining the SHAPE group each week helped me understand how important it is to have fun in life, exercise regularly and read more books. I learned so much about dementia and feel more confident sharing my experience with my family.’

In a supportive online learning environment, people with dementia are invited to come together to learn more about their diagnosis, develop self-management skills and be supported to improve health and wellbeing.

You may be eligible to participate if you have a dementia diagnosis and are over 65 years of age.

For more information, please email [email protected], call 02 9399 1116 or visit our website https://www.neura.edu.au/project/shape/

UNSW Dementia Australia

02/02/2022

EXCITING OPPORTUNITY to participate in a ‘Maintaining Social Engagement Program’ for people with Mild Cognitive Impairment or Early Stage Dementia. It will all be delivered online therefore is open to all Australian Residents. Must have access to an iPad or Computer for online access. Please contact Niki MCDONAGH via email on [email protected]

09/12/2021