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People with Parkinson’s perform dance at conference
A group of Irish and Italian people with Parkinson’s disease gave an Irish dance performance at a health conference in County Clare – three years after an Italian neurologist set up a study group to examine the effect of Irish...
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Palliative care for dementia patients under scrutiny
New research supported by Sue Ryder shows that end of life care for the terminally ill – especially those with dementia – can be dependent on “arbitrary” factors, such as age, ethnicity and location. New research supported by Sue Ryder...
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An overview of Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson’s Awareness Week, organised by UK charity Parkinson’s UK recently took place (11th – 17th April 2011). It is designed to raise awareness of the condition and reassure and support people Parkinson’s Awareness Week, organised by UK charity Parkinson’s UK...
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Overcoming age-related high cholesterol
High levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol are common among older people, and can lead to a range of serious health conditions High levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol are common among older people, and can lead to a range...
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Over 90% of strokes occur in the elderly: what are the risk factors?
Every five minutes, someone in the UK has a stroke. Even though strokes can happen to anyone at any time of life, most strokes occur in elderly people. Of the 130,000 people who have strokes in England and Wales each...
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New guidelines for diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease
One of the most concerning aspects of Alzheimer’s disease for those living with the condition, their families and their home care companies is the absence of a definitive cure. One of the most concerning aspects of Alzheimer’s disease for those...
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National increase in admiral nurses to help meet demand – by Hilda Hayo, Chief Admiral Nurse
Dementia UK offers specialist one-to-one support and expert advice for people living with dementia through our world-class Admiral Nurses. We work hand in hand with families, helping them cope with fear, uncertainty and the difficult everyday reality of dementia. Living...
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National carers week celebrates those who provide care at home
National carers week takes place in June every year. The event is designed to support the six million people in the UK who provide care at home for elderly and disabled people and is a partnership of The event is...
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“My dearest Kate” performs in Godalming to raise money for Age UK
The Good Care Group is sponsoring a theatre play for Age UK in Surrey. “My dearest Kate” will be on the 10th of June in Godalming. The Good Care Group is sponsoring a theatre play for Age UK in Surrey....
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Music memories, Oxted, Surrey
Designed for people with dementia and their carers. Why not join this fun and stimulating singing group? Designed for people with dementia and their carers, you can be sure of a warm welcome, plenty of singing and a good cup of...
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Managing medication: a quick guide
Managing medication can become difficult as people get older. If left unchecked, this can lead to a decline in a person’s overall health and sense of wellbeing Managing medication can become difficult as people get older. If left unchecked, this...
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Making the decision to choose home care
Choosing home care can seem like a daunting task. Not only is there a lot of information to process but it can be a very emotional time for all involved. The decision to enlist the services of a home care...
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