It’s well known that memory loss and confusion are one of the early signs and symptoms ... lower the number of dementia cases by 40 per cent. Others included lack of physical activity, obesity ...

Memory loss is a commonly-known sign of Alzheimer's disease, but it is not always the first symptom. Alzheimer's, one cause ...

Critical among these are choosing a poor diet and lack of physical activity leading to diabetes or a BMI of 35 or higher, indicating a potential pathway to dementia. Additional alarming indicators ...

A physical test, which can be easily conducted at home, could flag the earliest signs of dementia, say experts from Discern. The "2 finger test" is a straightforward exercise that involves copying ...

CHRISTMAS can be a good time to spot signs of dementia in a loved one. The festive season often brings changes in routine, larger family gatherings, and more stimulating environments, which can ...

Additionally, the survey revealed that 15 percent of individuals act immediately upon spotting potential dementia signs ... a potential symptom to use their checklist and talk to their GP.

As care minister Stephen Kinnock said a timely diagnosis is “vital” in making sure patients can access support as early as possible, the NHS urged people to look out for signs of dementia in ... GP ...

“It often reflects underlying health concerns, including poor nutrition, reduced physical activity, and systemic inflammation, all of which can contribute to dementia risk,” he says.

But sadly, for some people it will be the first time they notice changes in their loved ones showing signs of dementia ... a GP will also carry out a physical examination and may organise ...