Dementia diagnoses in England at record high according to new figures
The number of people in England being diagnosed with dementia is at a record high, according to new figures from the NHS. The latest data shows a record 487,432 people
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US approves second Alzheimer’s drug that can slow disease in mild or early cases
US officials have approved another Alzheimer’s drug that can modestly slow the disease, providing a new option for patients in the early stages. The Food and Drug Administration approved Eli
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Alzheimer’s Society ads cleared following 235 complaints they caused ‘unjustifiable distress’
Adverts for the Alzheimer’s Society which detailed a woman’s death “again and again and again” have been cleared following 235 complaints that they were irresponsible and caused “unjustifiable distress”. The
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More than 20,000 volunteer to join search for new dementia treatments
More than 20,000 people have volunteered to be part of a study aimed at speeding up the development of dementia drugs. The group will enable scientists to involve healthy people
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Impact of music on people with dementia to be analysed in three-year project
A musical “lifeline” for people with dementia could improve lives and reduce pressure on the NHS, according to organisers of a project which will analyse the effects of the therapy.
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Nationwide blood test trials hope to improve Alzheimer’s diagnosis rate
Thousands of people across the United Kingdom will have access to trials that could revolutionise the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s. The blood tests could be ready for use in the NHS
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Drinking less alcohol and reducing chance of diabetes cuts dementia risk, study suggests
Drinking less alcohol and reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes are strong factors in helping people cut their chances of dementia, research suggests. Limiting exposure to traffic-related air pollution
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Dame Barbara Windsor’s widower to become dementia ‘people’s champion’
Dame Barbara Windsor’s widower Scott Mitchell has been appointed “people’s champion” of the UK’s dementia mission, which was launched in memory of beloved star. Mr Mitchell said he was “honoured”
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Neurological conditions ‘leading cause of disability and ill health worldwide’
The number of people living with, and dying from, conditions that affect the brain such as stroke, dementia, migraines, epilepsy and nervous system cancers, has increased globally by 18% in
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Author Wendy Mitchell dies after years documenting dementia battle, family say
Author Wendy Mitchell has died after spending years documenting her battle with dementia, her family said. A letter published posthumously on the 68-year-old’s blog on Thursday said “if you’re reading
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