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Gadget Could Help Dementia Sufferers - June 5, 2014

Each year it is estimated that as many as 40,000 people with dementia go missing; and now one County Council is trialling a new gadget which reportedly can pinpoint a person’s location on Google maps….
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Individuals delaying Dementia Diagnosis - May 30, 2014

Every now and again we all forget something; whether it is what we went upstairs to collect, items we wanted when out shopping, or an event we were meant to attend. As we get older and forget things, it…
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Labour Pledge to End Short Care Visits - May 29, 2014

Earlier this month, and a year ahead of the next general election, the Labour leader promised that the next Labour government will end controversial fifteen minute care home visits. The promise from the…
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Celebrities Look to Raise Awareness of Dementia - May 14, 2014

The names Chris Martin and Lily Allen are normally associated with the UK Top 40; whilst for many Alesha Dixon is best known as a judge on Strictly Come Dancing and Britain’s Got Talent. However, they…
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App to Raise Dementia Awareness - May 1, 2014

Dementia is a condition which many of us will at some point have heard about. Despite the condition affecting nearly one million people in the UK, many of us are still unaware of the symptoms of the condition,…
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Adults Failing to Prepare for Care of Parents - April 10, 2014

According to the findings of a recent study, less than ten percent of adults with elderly parents have made plans for the future care of their parents. The findings, which were compiled following a survey…
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Diet Linked to Dementia - April 3, 2014

According to scientists in America, a diet which consists of less meat, less junk food and more home cooking, can help keep the brain healthy, and prevent diseases such as dementia. Findings from the research…
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Easy to Understand Care Information Required - March 27, 2014

According to the findings of two separate studies conducted by a consumer watchdog, families and those looking for information on care, or trying to organise care for themselves or a loved one, are being…
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Dementia Diagnoses Increase - March 20, 2014

According to recent statistics, the number of people suffering from dementia within the Isle of Man has significantly increased since 2009. The latest figures, published by the Isle of Man’s health department…
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Blood Test Could Detect Alzheimer’s - March 11, 2014

Researchers in the United States have suggested that a blood test could be used to predict the onset of Alzheimer’s disease. The researchers analysed the blood samples of 525 people over a five year…
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