An innovative sensor that measures changes in the properties of light – and which is the size of a postage stamp – could help improve how Alzheimer’s disease is detected in the future.

In 2025, the number of women who died from dementia in England and Wales was the second highest ever recorded.

What is Parkinson’s disease dementia? Parkinson’s disease is a brain disease that affects around 145,000 people in the UK. At first it mainly causes problems with movement. However, after a few years ...

Delusions (or strongly held false beliefs) are a common symptom for a person with dementia. They can take the form of paranoia, which makes the person feel threatened, even if there is no or little ...

A good mealtime experience can have a positive impact on a person’s health and wellbeing. Food preparation and the person’s surroundings can be important. It’s important to remember that people with ...

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An upcoming Channel 4 documentary in collaboration with Alzheimer’s Society follows the former broadcaster as he navigates life with dementia. Former news anchor Jon Snow has revealed he is living ...

This Dementia Action Week, 18 - 24 May 2026, we will continue to raise awareness of dementia, the UK's biggest killer, by sharing the stories behind the Forget Me Not. It’s only by coming together we ...

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Are you looking for a place to socialise and meet new friends? Our day groups for people living with dementia could be just right for you. take up new hobbies or continue doing old ones. From singing ...

From the June/July 2016 issue of our magazine, Heather Stephen learns about the Herbert Protocol, which is speeding up searches for vulnerable people, including those with dementia. Margaret Pigott ...

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