Geriatrician Dr Roshan Gunathilake

Dementia is an umbrella term used to describe a group of diseases characterized by progressive worsening of cognitive function (memory,...

The progression rate for dementia can vary widely. In general, Alzheimer's disease tends to develop slowly and gradually worsens over...

Most people with dementia stay at home with the support of family or carers until late stages of the disease. As a person's dementia...

Dementia can affect memory, concentration, judgement, vision, and hand eye coordination, which makes driving more difficult. A diagnosis...

Although people with a family history of Alzheimer's disease are generally considered to be at a higher lifetime risk of developing the...

What are the potential benefits of a timely diagnosis of dementia? Early diagnosis of dementia is important as: 1. Memory loss and...

Dementia describes a collection of symptoms that are caused by a group of neurological disorders affecting the brain function. Dementia...

Probably the most commonly prescribed medications for Alzheimer’s dementia in Australia are cholinesterase inhibitors. They work by...