Tag: Dementia
5 months ago
leinsterleader.ie

Kildare residents urged to take on the ‘31 Miles in May’ challenge to support dementia care

The appeal was made by The Mater Hospital Foundation

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8 months ago
mirror.co.uk

Hidden camera shows carers abuse woman, 89, with dementia - and daughters caught them

Shocking footage showed the workers in Wolverhampton grabbing Beryl Wall's legs in the air, pinching her face and hit...

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9 months ago
inews.co.uk

Pet cats and dogs may reduce risk of dementia for people living alone

Caring for pets comes with companionship, activity and relaxation that might help stave off dementia, research suggests

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9 months ago
mirror.co.uk

Dementia warning over little known symptom that people notice walking up and down steps

Dementia symptoms usually recognise are memory loss, quickness of thought, mental sharpness and speech difficulties b...

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10 months ago
inews.co.uk

How to communicate with a loved one who has dementia

A leading provider of 'dementia-friendly' care homes shares with its tips with i on how best to look after a friend o...

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10 months ago
telegraph.co.uk

The many types of dementia and how scientists are looking to treat them

With causes ranging from alcohol to hearing loss, some forms are more preventable than others

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10 months ago
inews.co.uk

Seven ways to reduce the risk of dementia and why you should act on them in middle age

A new book out in January reveals what we can do to help 'dodge' dementia - and why it’s important not to leave it un...

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10 months ago
telegraph.co.uk

Six myths about dementia - the misunderstood condition

Contrary to popular belief, the disease is often preventable and can strike at any age

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11 months ago
inews.co.uk

Obesity could see number of dementia patients in UK double by 2024

Researchers have found the percentage of people developing dementia in the most at-risk, older age groups is no longe...

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12 months ago
nationalpress.org

Dementia Caregivers Face Knowledge, Resource Gap

Dr. Sandeep Jauhar wrote “My Father’s Brain” about his family’s experience with Alzheimer's – including his own strug...

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12 months ago
shieldsgazette.com

Everything you need to know about Alzheimer's Society Memory Walk next month

All the information regarding next month's Alzheimer's Society's Memory Walk.

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12 months ago
thestar.co.uk

Ken Livingstone: Former London mayor suffering from Alzheimer’s disease, his family announces

Former London mayor Ken Livingstone is suffering from Alzheimer’s disease, his family has announced.

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almost 1 year ago
liverpoolworld.uk

Bread actress Jean Boht who starred as Nellie Boswell in Liverpool sitcom dies aged 91

The actress died following a long battle with dementia, just six weeks after her husband passed away.

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almost 1 year ago
nationalworld.com

Dementia: risk increases for older people sitting for more than 10 hours a day

Untreated high blood pressure is also associated with greater dementia risk

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about 1 year ago
sussexexpress.co.uk

Alastair Stewart: Former ITV News presenter reveals dementia diagnosis at age of 71

Former ITV News presenter Alastair Stewart has revealed he has been diagnosed with dementia

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about 1 year ago
inews.co.uk

The app that can spot early signs of Alzheimer's using puzzles

The app will use an algorithm to monitor puzzle scores over time looking for signs of deterioration

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about 1 year ago
inews.co.uk

The £10 finger prick test that could diagnose Alzheimer’s, according to British researchers

The researchers are hopeful a prototype could be ready to start testing as soon as next year

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about 1 year ago
mirror.co.uk

Mum fears daughter, 6, dying of 'childhood dementia' will spend final years in hostel

Single mum Hollie Self, from Stockport, Greater Manchester, has been told she will be losing her home and now fears s...

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about 1 year ago
shieldsgazette.com

Jarrow dementia support worker would like to see more help for families caring for those with dem...

Survey reveals four out of five unpaid carers in the North East are taking on the bulk of caring responsibilities for...

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about 1 year ago
mirror.co.uk

Dementia clue you could spot in restless loved ones who seem unable to sit still

Dementia isn’t a specific disease but an umbrella term for a range of illnesses - of which Alzheimer’s is the most co...

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about 1 year ago
mirror.co.uk

Two little-known dementia symptoms you could spot in loved ones at home

Dementia isn’t a specific disease but an umbrella term for a range of illnesses - of which Alzheimer’s is the most co...

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about 1 year ago
mirror.co.uk

Taking one simple precaution could slash your risk of developing dementia in HALF

A study suggests almost half of those at risk of cognitive decline could halve their chances of getting dementia by w...

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about 1 year ago
inews.co.uk

NHS 'not ready' for Alzheimer's wonder drugs as patients face postcode lottery for brain scans

Breakthrough new Alzheimer's drug Donanemab is reliant on early diagnosis from PET scanners but the UK has far fewer ...

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about 1 year ago
inews.co.uk

Breakthrough Alzheimer's drug could be available on NHS by 2025, experts say

Donanemab was found to slow "clinical decline" by up to 35 per cent, meaning that people with the disease could still...

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about 1 year ago
huffingtonpost.co.uk

New Study Says This Condition Can Predict Your Dementia Risk

We'll never miss an eye-test again.

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about 1 year ago
inews.co.uk

Why US approval for 'game changing' Alzheimer's drug is a step towards better treatment

UK-based scientists welcomed the decision, but also warned that the benefits of lecanemab are 'so modest as to be und...

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over 1 year ago
mirror.co.uk

Six early signs of England's number two killer illness that no one should ever ignore

There are currently around 900,000 people in the UK living with dementia and it mainly affects people over the age of...

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over 1 year ago
manchesterworld.uk

Forget Me Not badge: how you can support Alzheimer’s Society in May and help people with dementia

An Alzheimer’s Society employee and supporter in Greater Manchester explains why she wants people to wear a Forget Me...

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over 1 year ago
nationalworld.com

Concussion in sport: what are the new protocols? Symptoms of concussion and new guidelines explained

New UK-wide guidelines have been introduced from athletes to grassroot sports when dealing with concussion

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over 1 year ago
manchesterworld.uk

More people died in Greater Manchester last year than in 2021, data shows - here’s what the figur...

The latest mortality figures for Greater Manchester show more deaths were registered in 2022 than 2021 - but Covid-19...

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over 1 year ago
nationalworld.com

Air pollution ‘harmful’ at all stages of life leading to miscarriages, low sperm, dementia and ca...

Ten years of studies shows exposure to certain particles leads to miscarriages, low sperm count, cancer and can stunt...

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over 1 year ago
nationalworld.com

Tony Christie charity single: Music for Dementia song explained - when was Amarillo singer diagno...

The singer, who is best known for his hits including ‘Amarillo’, dedicated the single to the ‘UK’s unseen and unsung ...

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over 1 year ago
inews.co.uk

How cognitive behavioural therapy could reduce dementia risk for older people with depression

New study suggests that CBT and other talking therapies could not only improve a person's mental health but reduce th...

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over 1 year ago
northernirelandworld.com

Nora Forster: Wife of Sex Pistols star John Lydon passes away after long battle with Alzheimer’s

Nora Forster and John Lydon had been married for almost 50 years.

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over 1 year ago
mirror.co.uk

Porsche billionaire files for divorce from wife, 74, 'because she has dementia'

Porsche executive Wolfgang Porsche has filed for divorce from Claudia Porsche saying that the illness has led to chan...

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over 1 year ago
inews.co.uk

Vitamin D supplements may help ward off dementia - especially in women, study suggests

UK and Canadian researchers said their findings give 'key insights' into groups who might be specifically targeted fo...

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over 1 year ago
inews.co.uk

Dementia is more preventable than we think - stay active, eat well and get a hearing test

New research shows regular exercise through our middle years can help protect us from dementia in later life. And the...

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over 1 year ago
mirror.co.uk

Sir Jackie Stewart offers invaluable support to Bruce Willis after dementia diagnosis

Racing legend Sir Jackie Stewart offered to talk to Bruce Willis and his family as his wife has been living with the ...

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over 1 year ago
mirror.co.uk

Bruce Willis' statement in full as devastated family announce dementia diagnosis

Announcing Bruce Willis' sad health diagnosis on Thursday, the much-loved actor's daughter, Rumer, shared the update ...

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