Brain health and dementia in women as we age

Looking after our brain health as women age is just as important as looking after our physical and emotional health. The risk of dementia increases as we get older, but the good news is there are things women can do to reduce our risk of dementia and preserve our cognition for as long as possible. And it’s important to know that it is possible to live well with dementia with good support.

Our brains are responsible for our ability to function socially, emotionally, intellectually, and physically via our senses, motor skills and behaviour. Good brain health can have positive impacts throughout our lives and contribute to our overall wellbeing. As we age, it’s important to seek help if changes to thinking or memory become noticeable.