Category Prevention & Risk Reduction

The Prevention & Risk Reduction category brings together guidance on the lifestyle, health and environmental factors that may influence dementia risk. While dementia cannot always be prevented, growing evidence suggests that managing certain modifiable risk factors may help support long-term brain health and reduce the likelihood of developing some forms of dementia.

Articles in this category explore the full range of prevention and risk reduction topics, including physical activity, healthy eating, cardiovascular health, diabetes, hearing loss, sleep, smoking, alcohol, social connection, cognitive stimulation and other factors linked to brain health. You’ll also find practical explanations of current research, common misconceptions and what is known about reducing dementia risk over time.

Whether you’re looking to make informed lifestyle choices, understand the latest evidence or support the long-term wellbeing of a family member, this category provides practical, Australian-focused information covering the many factors that contribute to dementia prevention and risk reduction.