Researchers in Denmark have found a link between the condition pre-eclampsia, which occurs during pregnancy, and an increased risk of dementia. The findings are published today (17 October) in the scientific publication, The BMJ. Pre-eclampsia is a condition that affects ...

Three-time Formula One world champion Sir Jackie Stewart has launched a £2m search for a new generation of scientists to accelerate breakthroughs in the prevention and treatment of dementia. The funding has been committed by Sir Jackie’s Race Against Dementia charity which ...

Researchers in Sweden have found that people who have an irregular heart beat are also more likely to develop dementia. The findings are published today (10 October) in the scientific publication, The Journal of Neurology. Scientists followed nearly 2,700 people in ...

Reach Sled Dog Rescue recently visited Stocks Hall Care Home in Skelmersdale, Lancashire to meet all the ladies and gentlemen living at the Home. REACH is a sled dog rescue founded in November 2015 focusing mainly on Huskies and Malamutes. ...

A decorated former soldier has used his military skills and imagination to back up his ‘outstanding’ classification from the Care Quality Commission by launching a ‘transformative’ initiative for dementia patients and those with learning difficulties. And, he says, the lessons ...

Is Wellbeing the Catalyst for Staff Retention and Quality Care? Ahead of The Care Show 2018 (17-18 October, NEC Birmingham), The Carer talks to Sophie Coulthard from Judgement Index and The Road To Outstanding Podcast abou t the role staff ...

Alzheimer’s Research UK, one of the top dementia research funders in the world, is calling on the UK government to adopt a bold new action plan to bring about a life-changing dementia treatment and improve the lives of people with ...

Gardener, broadcaster and writer Alan Titchmarsh has lent his voice to a new animation showcasing the work of scientists on the hunt for life-changing dementia treatments. The household name recorded the voice-over having seen the impact dementia had on his ...

Dementia UK’s new information leaflet on sex and intimacy for couples living with dementia aims to help people consider and address the changes in their relationship. Following onset of dementia, these changes can include one person becoming more interested in ...

South Tyneside Council is leading the way in developing a new approach to helping people with dementia. 48 of 54 elected members have been trained as Dementia Friends, with the expectation that 100 per cent of councillors will soon be ...