Curtin University launches dementia risk programme as WA numbers rise

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Curtin University has launched a new dementia resource programme as Western Australia's dementia rates are expected to double over the next 30 years.

Curtin University has launched Brain Health WA, a new dementia resource programme designed to reduce people's risk of developing the condition. The initiative comes as dementia rates in Western Australia are expected to double over the next 30 years.

Research from Curtin University has also identified a link between muscle mass and dementia risk, offering new considerations for how people might lower their risk of developing the disease.

Curtin University launches dementia risk programme as WA numbers rise — Image: The West Australian

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Key dementia insight about muscle mass unlocked in new research from Curtin UniversityThe finding could offer new considerations for how to lowering dementia risk.The West Australian · 8 Oct, 11:29
Brain Health WA: New program from Curtin University to lower dementia risk as WA’s numbers riseA ground-breaking new dementia resource could make a serious impact in reducing people’s risk as WA dementia rates are expected to double over the next 30 years.Perth Now · 7 Oct, 19:00

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