Use of Hearing Aids Associated with a Decreased Risk of Developing Dementia
Researchers have published findings which suggest that the use of hearing aids and cochlear implants can reduce the risk of developing dementia by slowing down…
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Research
PJ Care Wins ‘Bulbies’ Award for Project’s Potential
A research partnership that aims to transform the assessment and care of residents who lack capacity has been recognised for its potential. The Knowledge Transfer…
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Report Reveals Digital Technologies to Play Vital Role in Support Health and Care Workforce
Digital technologies will play a vital role in ensuring the NHS workforce can cope with future demands on the system, according to a new report…
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Dying People Left in Pain at Evenings and Weekends Marie Curie Warns
New research funded by Marie Curie has found that terminally ill people are struggling to access essential care at home during evenings and weekends, which…
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Alzheimer’s Research UK Welcomes Government’s Recommitment to Dame Barbara Windsor Dementia Mission
The Government’s recommitment to delivering the Dame Barbara Windsor Dementia Mission has been warmly welcomed by Alzheimer’s Research UK, the UK’s leading dementia research charity….
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Study Reveals Possible Link Between Antioxidants in Diet and Slower Cognitive Decline
Researchers based in Chicago have revealed a possible link in diet and cognitive decline, examining the effects of antioxidants called flavonols on brain health in…
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Researchers Win Award for Study on Supporting Care Home Residents
A study led by researchers at the University of Manchester has been selected by the Mather Institute as the Gold Award recipient of their 2022…
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New Research Calls for All Health and Care Staff to be Trained in AI
All health and care staff should receive training in artificial intelligence (AI) with additional specialist training for those who use AI tools in clinical practice,…
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Alzheimer’s Society Collaborates with Government and UK Donors to Launch £4 Million Tech Prize
Alzheimer’s Society has united with Innovate UK and Challenge Works to launch a new multi-million-pound competition – a collaborative partnership of charity, government and UK…
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New Hope as Alzheimer’s Drug Slows Memory Decline in Phase 3 Trial
The pharmaceutical company, Eisai, has reported positive results from its successful phase 3 clinical trial of the Alzheimer’s drug, lecanemab. The results show the drug…
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Record Year for Alzheimer’s Research UK as Income Reaches £42.2m
Alzheimer’s Research UK is celebrating a year that has seen it bounce back from one of the most challenging periods to date to invest more…
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Leeds Beckett Research To Be Shared In Top Alzheimer Report
Vital research from Leeds Beckett University, which should improve the care of people living with dementia, is being featured in a new report. The World…
Read more...Sport and Brain Injury: Charity Launches Research Priorities and Funding to Close Knowledge Gaps
A new report launched by Alzheimer’s Research UK and The Health Policy Partnership, supported by leading UK sporting bodies including the FA, and RFU and…
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‘Breath-taking’ Dementia Research Revealed in Alzheimer’s Society’s First Ever Research Image Competition
A gallery of “breath-taking” images and videos which shine a light on crucial dementia research have been released by Alzheimer’s Society’s first ever research image…
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Study Reveals Negative Experience of Family Caregivers During the Pandemic
Family caregivers in the UK were marginalised during the pandemic, and vulnerable older people were let down by the health system, a new study has…
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