Bob was only 47 when symptoms started. He died 6 years later.
From healthy to spoonfed in just 5 years
Learn how to reduce dementia risk for your family
It takes less than 5 minutes.
The early symptoms
Often these are hard to notice on your own, so look out for your loved ones.
Memory loss
Confusion
Mood swings
Sudden weight loss
Struggling to find the right words
Difficulty with numbers and money
“As an army veteran, Bob was fit and active when I first noticed his symptoms.”
Who is at risk?
Anyone can get dementia, but the biggest risk factor is age (above 65).
1 in 10Australians die from dementia
40%of cases could be prevented by
Stopping smoking
Regular exercise
Eating leafy greens, fish and berries
Keeping your blood pressure healthy
Bob left us all a generous gift...
Bob donated his brain to NeuRA (Neuroscience Research Australia).
His donation helps research into dementia prevention, diagnosis and treatment – giving hope to millions of Australians and supporting research worldwide.
“One day we hope research advancements will allow families not have to go through what we have. Bob’s legacy will live on in research.”
How does NeuRA help people with dementia?
Since 1990 NeuRA’s donors have enabled world-class researchers to make discoveries to help millions. Currently on the horizon:
A blood test for early diagnosis
New drugs to stop early onset dementia (from 30 years old)
Alternative treatments to improve quality of life
“Life–savers, ethical & caring scientists, world class. Thank you for diagnosing my partner's young onset dementia.”
If it only took you 2 minutes, would you help stop dementia?
Generous donors like you give them hope for a future without dementia.
Donate now to help stop dementia
Every dollar goes towards dementia research. Your donation is tax deductible.