Parkinson’s disease is characterised by both motor and non-motor symptoms. There are common symptoms, but each person will demonstrate an individual presentation of Parkinson’s disease.
alzheimer’s disease
Dementia: behavioural and psychological symptoms
Along with loss of memory and intellectual function, dementia can cause symptoms such as changes in behaviour and mood.
Do self-management support programs work for chronic conditions?
Are self-management support programs effective for people with multiple chronic conditions?
Video: Can blueberry juice reduce risk of dementia?
Drinking concentrated blueberry juice may improve brain activation in areas associated with cognitive function in healthy older adults. And so choosing a diet high in a variety of fruits and vegetables and including berries may go some way to reducing the risk of declining brain function in older age.
Video: Can exercise help Parkinson’s disease?
New research has found that an intense exercise program may help people with early stage Parkinson's delay a worsening of the disease.
Protein overnight for muscle mass maintenance
Overnight protein ingestion may delay the normal muscle deterioration seen in older people, which is known as sarcopenia.
Interrupting the Alzheimer’s pathway
Are there risk factors we can influence to reduce our risk of Alzheimer’s disease?
Eyesight problems: when you need glasses
How is your eyesight? Find out about short-sightedness, long-sightedness and presbyopia – common conditions that affect vision.
Dementia and eating difficulties
When caring for someone with dementia, meal times can be stressful. Learn some tips to help with eating difficulties that can arise with dementia.
Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia. Find out all you need to know, including what causes it and whether it can be prevented.
