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Alzheimer’s Society is funding an exciting research project which aims to show that music can do more than comfort – it can ...
Sue Noakes has young-onset Alzheimer's disease and shares how counselling and continuing with mindful hobbies helped ...
In the middle stage of dementia, symptoms become more noticeable and the person will need more support in managing daily life. This stage of dementia is often the longest. On average it lasts about ...
This Dementia Action Week, 19 - 25 May 2025, we will continue to raise awareness of the importance of an early diagnosis for people affected by dementia.
We're part of a new £6 million research initiative to develop technologies that help people with dementia to live independently for longer.
A healthy sleep routine can help the person with dementia to feel better, be less confused, be more co-ordinated and have more energy in the daytime. These tips for how to support them to sleep better ...
There are ways to support a person with dementia when travelling. These will depend on the type of transport being used.
Lead Investigator: Dr Teresa Niccoli Institution: University College London Grant type: PhD studentship Duration: 36 months Amount: £90,762 Project summary Metformin is a common diabetes type 2 ...
Today the dementia diagnosis rate target (that 66.7% of people living with dementia in England should have a diagnosis) has been removed from the NHS Operational Planning Guidance for 2025-6.
A nationwide clinical trial aiming to revolutionise how dementia is diagnosed is now underway. Research teams will assess how blood tests could be used to detect dementia at various stages.
Nature can have very therapeutic benefits – I know my mood can be transformed just by stepping outside. So it’s disappointing to think that enjoying the outdoors is something that gets progressively ...
Today we launched a powerful new campaign that sheds light on the hidden reality of dementia and the devastating impact a lack of support has on thousands of families.