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What steps can be taken towards a cure for dementia?

Posted 11 Nov 2019

What steps can be taken towards a cure for dementia?

Dementia affects 850,000 people in the UK (Alzheimer’s Society), and global rates of the condition are doubling every 20 years among the 80+ age group (The Guardian). Dementia affects 850,000 people in the UK (Alzheimer’s Society), and global rates of
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What can be gained by the early diagnosis of dementia?

Posted 11 Nov 2019

What can be gained by the early diagnosis of dementia?

The estimated prevalence of dementia in 2013 was that there are 815,827 people with dementia in the UK, of whom 773,502 were aged 65 years or over. This represents one in every 79 (1.3%) of the entire UK population, and
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Dementia vitamin e may be beneficial for those with dementia

Posted 11 Nov 2019

Dementia vitamin e may be beneficial for those with dementia

The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) has recently published a study which suggests that those with mild to moderate symptoms of Alzheimer’s could benefit from high daily doses of vitamin E, which could slow their rate of decline.
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Stretch your legs to grow your brain

Posted 11 Nov 2019

Stretch your legs to grow your brain

A recent study carried out has shown that taking a regular brisk walk could slow down brain shrinkage and increase the size of parts of the brain linked to memory and planning. A recent study carried out has shown that
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Musical memories – Surrey

Posted 11 Nov 2019

Musical memories – Surrey

Musical memories is a service provided by Alzheimer’s Society which uses singing to bring people together in a friendly and stimulating social environment. Musical memories is a service provided by Alzheimer’s Society which uses singing to bring people together in
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Sevenoaks area dementia friendly community

Posted 11 Nov 2019

Sevenoaks area dementia friendly community

Dementia friendly events in Sevenoaks The community forum works towards making the Sevenoaks area truly dementia friendly through sharing local information and best practice. All members are voluntary and work in partnership to create and deliver new services, training, offer
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Sally Magnusson calls for dementia care changes

Posted 11 Nov 2019

Sally Magnusson calls for dementia care changes

TV presenter Sally Magnusson, daughter of the late Mastermind presenter Magnus Magnusson, has spoken out against the treatment of those with dementia during a recent appearance at The Independent Bath Literature Festival. TV presenter Sally Magnusson, daughter of the late
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Run, walk or push against dementia 2019

Posted 11 Nov 2019

Run, walk or push against dementia 2019

How far will you and your family go? How far will you and your family go? Sunday 12th May 2019, Knole Park, Sevenoaks Help raise money for local dementia services For more information click here Download the flyer here
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Research explores possibility of early Alzheimer’s diagnosis

Posted 11 Nov 2019

Research explores possibility of early Alzheimer’s diagnosis

A small study has taken place in Canada, with recent news claiming the tests carried out could accurately predict the onset of Alzheimer’s disease up to two years earlier than is currently possible. A small study has taken place in
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Research into dementia care “as important as cure”

Posted 11 Nov 2019

Research into dementia care “as important as cure”

A recent survey from dementia charity Alzheimer’s Society and the James Lind Alliance has revealed the top research priorities of people affected by dementia – and has found that research into dementia care is just as important as the search
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