Professor Henry Brodaty reflects on his career after receiving a lifetime achievement award from Dementia Australia for his contributions to dementia research and care.
Gut microbes are in constant communication with the rest of our body and they define how we digest food, perform everyday tasks and how we respond to stress. Recently, they have been in the limelight for their role in diseases outside of the gut. Our research has indicated the important role that gut bacteria may have in triggering and accelerating dementia pathology.
As our population ages, we must ensure our health and aged-care systems are able to deliver appropriate care to a growing number of people with dementia, especially in rural and remote Australia.
People with dementia and their families should not be left feeling hopeless or unsupported after receiving a diagnosis. The following recommendations can help them, and their health care providers, to navigate this time.
