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Dementia research – more investment


April 2, 2012 at 8:10 am

News that the government is to double investment into dementia research to £66 million by 2015 is being seen as a sign that the disease is finally being given the priority it deserves. More emphasis is also being put on … Continue reading

Should the NHS be screening the over 75s for Alzheimer’s?


April 6, 2011 at 8:04 am

Dementia affects some 750,000 people in the UK, yet fewer than half of these receive a diagnosis.

How B vitamins may prevent dementia


September 17, 2010 at 2:03 pm

To follow on from our previous post on dementia, we have been investigating some of the latest methods recommended to minimise the risk of developing this debilitating disease. Continue reading

Can exercising the brain buffer against dementia?

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September 10, 2010 at 12:23 pm

In recent years we have seen the introduction of brain exercises such as Sudoku and Dr Kawashima’s Brain Training. We use these to help us pass the time, whether it’s a long commute or a lazy Sunday afternoon. But are … Continue reading