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Friday, May 4th, 2012
Severe dementia care: Homes try new approach
It is estimated that one-in-three people over 65 will die with dementia.
Monday, April 30th, 2012
Plymouth dementia care centre named after campaigner
A day centre run and funded by a group of friends to help people with dementia has opened in Plymouth.
Monday, April 16th, 2012
Changes planned to dementia care in North Yorkshire
A major revamp of the provision of services for dementia patients in North Yorkshire is being considered by health officials.
Friday, March 23rd, 2012
Health cuts: Welsh NHS Confederation says reform needed to save more cash
The NHS in Wales can not cut its costs further without making radical hospital reforms, according to the body representing health boards and trusts.
Thursday, March 8th, 2012
Alzheimer's patients 'should stay on drugs for longer'
Thousands of patients with advanced Alzheimer's disease could benefit from drugs, research suggests.
Thursday, February 16th, 2012
Slow walking 'predicts dementia'
The speed someone walks may predict the likelihood of developing dementia later in life, according to researchers in the US. BBC NEWS
Friday, February 10th, 2012
Alzheimer's brain plaques 'rapidly cleared' in mice
Destructive plaques found in the brains of Alzheimer's patients have been rapidly cleared by researchers testing a cancer drug on mice.
Wednesday, January 25th, 2012
Cardiff professor warns of dementia scientist shortage
The chief scientific adviser to the charity Alzheimer's Research UK has said more experts are needed to work on understanding the causes of dementia.
Thursday, January 19th, 2012
Depression drugs ‘causing falls’
Elderly people with dementia are more likely to suffer falls if they are given anti-depressants by care home staff, a study claims. BBC News Website
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