Questions and answers about dementia

30 April, 2024

Smart adaptations for an Alzheimer's-safe home

Keeping a home environment comfortable and safe for someone with Alzheimer's requires not only care and patience, but also a specific approach in the design and use of the space. As the disease progresses, adapting the living environment is a crucial step in keeping quality of life high. This…

22 April, 2024

From spinal cord to blood: the future of Alzheimer's detection

Alzheimer's is a progressive disease where early diagnosis is essential for effective intervention. Historically, the most reliable tests for Alzheimer's were performed with cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), but this method is invasive and not ideal for broad screening.

17 April, 2024

Revolutionary role of PET scans in understanding dementia

At a recent Lunch & Learn meeting at the Alzheimercentrum Amsterdam, part of the Amsterdam UMC, Emma Coomans spoke about the contribution of PET scans to the diagnosis and prognosis of dementia. These meetings, in which experts share their latest findings, are attracting increasing numbers of…

10 April, 2024

New insights into Alzheimer's: early interventions possible

Scientists at the VIB-KU Leuven Centre for Brain & Disease Research have made an important discovery in the fight against Alzheimer's disease. This research, supported by the Alzheimer's Research Foundation, reveals a new mechanism that is active at an early stage of the disease. This…

16 March, 2024

The mystery unravelled: the influence of genetics on dementia and aphasia

Genetics is a fundamental factor in the development of neurological disorders such as dementia and aphasia. Find out how DNA affects brain health and what this means for individuals and their families.