This Alzheimer's Society film looks at vascular dementia, the second most common form of dementia, and the connection between a healthy blood supply and dementia. TRANSCRIPT "Vascular dementia is the second most common type of dementia, although it can also occur in combination with Alzheimer's disease, in a condition called mixed dementia. Vascular dementia is associated with problems in the blood supply to the brain. Interruption of the blood supply, for example by a blockage or a leak, can cause a stroke. A stroke can cause significant damage to the area of the brain that was starved of its blood supply. Sometimes a single stroke is enough to cause symptoms of dementia. In other cases, a person may experience a series of smaller strokes that gradually cause more damage. Vascular dementia can also be caused by small vessel disease which is due to damage to the tiny blood vessels deep in the brain. Since vascular dementia is closely linked to a healthy blood supply, scientists think that lifestyle factors such as regular exercise and maintaining a healthy weight could help to reduce the risk of this form of dementia." Please watch our other videos to see how brain cells function, hear what dementia is, and to hear more about Alzheimer's disease, Posterior Cortical Atrophy, vascular dementia, dementia with Lewy bodies, fronto-temporal dementia and other rarer causes of dementia. Alzheimer's Society is dedicated to defeating dementia through research. Our unique research programme funds research into the cause, cure, care and prevention of dementia to improve treatment for people today and to search for a cure for tomorrow. We are the only organisation to work with leading scientists and people affected by dementia to ensure our research influences practice and transforms lives. With the right investment, dementia can be defeated. www.alzheimers.org.uk/research If you have found this tool useful please consider donating to our research programme by following this link www.alzheimers.org.uk/site/scripts/xforms_form.php?formID=164 Interested in getting the latest updates from the Society? Follow us on Twitter -- www.twitter.com/alzheimerssoc Like us on Facebook - www.facebook.com/alzheimerssocietyuk ___________ Who are we? Alzheimer's Society is the leading support and research charity for people with dementia, their families and carers. What is dementia? The term 'dementia' is used to describe the symptoms that occur when the brain is affected by specific diseases and conditions. Symptoms of dementia include loss of memory, confusion and problems with speech and understanding. Support the fight against dementia and visit us at www.alzheimers.org.uk Alzheimer's Society Leading the fight against dementia ____________________________ © Alzheimer's Society 2012. Registered Charity No. 296645.

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