Most people unaware of lifestyle link to dementia, survey finds
Most people are unaware of all the lifestyle factors which can increase the risk of dementia, a survey has found. With no known cure, there is increasing evidence that steps
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New study suggests regular exercise ‘could benefit people with early dementia’
Taking regular exercise may provide a small benefit for people with early signs of dementia, research suggests. A clinical trial on two groups of elderly people found those who followed
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New research links high blood pressure in middle age to dementia in later life
High blood pressure – especially in middle age – is linked to dementia, the American Heart Association (AHA) has said in a statement. A review of existing studies led AHA
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Dementia Champions training launched for health & social care staff in Northern Ireland
With 20,000 people living with a dementia in Northern Ireland (NI) it is vital that health and social care staff are aware of the needs of the individual and their
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Video: Dementia Learning & Development Framework – Northern Ireland
Colum Conway of the Northern Ireland Social Care Council discusses the value of the framework in setting good practice for people who work in social care in NI. The framework
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University researchers launch new network of dementia groups across North Wales
People living with dementia, their families and carers are being invited to join with professionals who support people with dementia in the health service, commercial and third sectors and with
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Scotland’s leading dementia projects celebrated at 2016 awards ceremony
The search for Scotland’s most innovative and ambitious dementia projects is over with six groups from across the country now crowned as winners in this year’s Scotland’s Dementia Awards, at
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Policy Paper: Making a difference in dementia, nursing vision and strategy
The Department of Health have published a revised edition of ‘Making a difference in dementia, nursing vision and strategy’ which sets out the role and responsibilities for nurses providing care
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New study finds care homes still using ‘chemical cosh’ to quieten dementia patients
Too many care homes are still using a “chemical cosh” to quieten dementia patients despite a Government-ordered review of their use, research suggests. The study from five universities found no
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‘Air pollution’ particles linked to Alzheimer’s found in human brain
Tiny particles breathed in and taken into the brain through air pollution could be linked to diseases such as Alzheimer’s, research has found. Experts have discovered the presence of magnetic
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