Dementia vaccine could be here - and some are already having it without any idea

Researchers have found the vaccination not only helps prevent dementia but can also slow its progression in those already diagnosed

Those safeguarding themselves against a widespread virus may simultaneously be lowering their chances of developing dementia , according to new findings. Scientists from Cardiff University, Stanford University, and the Heidelberg Institute of Global Health analysed health records of 300,000 Welsh residents and uncovered remarkable results .

The research revealed that the shingles (herpes zoster) jab could not only help ward off dementia but might also slow its advancement. The team used electronic health records from the Secure Anonymised Information Linkage (SAIL) databank, and discovered those eligible for the live shingles vaccine (Zostavax) sho