Health Check: One More Way to Reduce the Risk of Dementia

In this episode, MJ speaks with Gerald Quigley, practising Community Pharmacist and Accredited Herbalist, about dementia — a growing concern for many Australians and their families.

While there’s currently no effective cure for dementia, research shows that certain lifestyle habits can help reduce the risk of it developing.

So, what’s Gerald’s latest trick?

Tune in to hear one simple, research-backed habit that could make a difference — plus some encouraging news for technology users.

As always, be sure to speak with your GP for advice that’s right for you.

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Meet Gerald

Gerald Quigley is a practising Community Pharmacist, as well as an Accredited Herbalist.

Gerald is a Pharmacist and Master Herbalist based in Melbourne. He is a media health commentator heard each week on many radio stations.   

He is co-hosts the House of Wellness radio program heard each Sunday on the Nine Radio Network live across Australia. 

Gerald is a Fellow of the Naturopaths and Herbalists Association of Australia and Fellow of the Australian Traditional Medicine Society. 

Gerald’s passion is to empower each person to make sensible health decisions, and to continually maintain and improve their quality of life, especially as they age.