WA volunteers wanted to test Vitamin D link with old age memory protection

There is increasing evidence that the onset of dementia can be delayed with targeting potentially modifiable protective factors such as vitamin D.

Vitamin D is important for healthy bones and muscle function, but is now also discussed as being important for healthy brain function.

The WA Centre for Health & Ageing (WACHA) is conducting a randomised placebo-controlled clinical trial to investigate whether supplementation with vitamin D can help to reduce cognitive decline.

The trial is called VITA-D. People 65 years or older, who feel they have mild problems with their memory, but have not been diagnosed with dementia, are invited to participate in the trial.

This study commenced in 2007 and to date has screened over 500 interested participants for eligibility. Many more participants are required.

Older adults interested in participating are welcome to call (08) 9224 2855 or check at www.wacha.org.au.