Articles by Dr Jane Gilbert

Jane has over 20 years’ experience as a health writer and TV presenter. Jane writes on a wide variety of clinical and care topics – from explaining the latest studies and research to unpacking conditions and discussing treatment options. Jane holds a MBBS degree from Imperial College, London and spent seven years working in the NHS.


Oct 31, 2018 3 min

What is BAN2401?

BAN2401 is an experimental drug that may offer hope for people living with dementia. Early research shows that the antibody may improve cognition, decrease symptoms and slow down the progress of early Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s disease is still incurable, so any medication that can slow the progression of the condition offers hope for those affected by this debilitating disease. A new experimental drug has shown promise in early research. People using the medication showed better thought and understanding and exhibited fewer signs of Alzheimer’s. What is BAN2401? BAN2401 is an antibody that targets the abnormal proteins that are found in the brains of people affected by Alzheimer’s. After 18 months, the drug slowed down the mental decline by as much as 30 percent, when given at the highest trial dosage. Dr David Reynolds, the Chief Scientific Officer of Alzheimer’s Research UK, said:‘These are encouraging findings and suggest that the anti-amyloid…

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Oct 24, 2018 3 min

Scam prevention for people with dementia

In our high-tech world, banking can be a complicated process and it’s all too easy to spend money online or on the phone. Dementia causes problems with thinking, memory and planning, making it difficult to look after family finances. In…

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Oct 15, 2018 3 min

Could an eye test spot early signs of dementia?

Eye tests can pick up whether you’re long or short-sighted, identify glaucoma and monitor your eye health – and recent research suggests that your optician could also predict whether you are at risk of developing dementia. The brain damage of…

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Oct 9, 2018 4 min
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Hearing loss and dementia

There is an increasing body of evidence suggesting a link between dementia and hearing loss. A number of scientific papers have found a significant association between age-related hearing loss, cognitive decline and dementia. Action on Hearing Loss says that: ‘There…

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Oct 8, 2018 3 min
Can you test for dementia?

Can you test for dementia?

You’ve walked into a room and don’t know what you’re there for, you’ve lost your keys or you can’t remember the name of someone. They’re the sort of things that we all do occasionally, but if they become more of…

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Oct 1, 2018 3 min
diet and dementia

Brain food – effect of diet on dementia

The food we eat is more than just fuel, it’s essential for the healthy function of our hearts, our bodies and our brains – so what is brain food? The Greek philosopher Hippocrates said ‘let food be our medicine’ and…

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Sep 27, 2018 4 min
Driving with dementia

Can you drive with dementia?

Driving is a complex skill that requires concentration, coordination, patience and an ability to remember routes. The brain damage of dementia will increasingly affect your capacity to drive and to safely cope with the tests and trials on the road.…

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Sep 20, 2018 2 min

What is mixed dementia?

Although people tend to use the terms dementia and Alzheimer’s disease interchangeably, there are many different causes for the brain damage associated with the condition. Repeated small strokes, Parkinson’s disease and metabolic disorders like diabetes or thyroid disease can also…

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Sep 20, 2018 5 min
dementia cure

Can dementia be cured?

Frustratingly, medical science has so far been unable to find a cure for dementia. The truth is that there is unlikely to be a single ‘silver bullet’ to treat the condition because the brain damage of dementia is caused by…

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Sep 19, 2018 3 min
elderly nutrition

Omega-3 and brain health

Your grandparents probably swore by the health benefits of cod liver oil. A spoonful a day was the dietary supplement of choice for centuries. And it’s no old wives’ tale, fish oils are rich in omega-3, a micronutrient that can…

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