MedWorm.com provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest items from the 'Alzheimers Society' source. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 14:28:02 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3375915&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D643 More than two thirds of primary care trusts (PCTs) in England are unable to say if or how they spent money allocated to them under the National Dementia Strategy for England. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3375915 Thu, 18 Mar 2010 14:27:47 +0100 3375915 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3375916&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D642 Use your mind to fight dementia. We are seeking Trustees who are forward thinking, have a breadth of vision which will enable them to make judgements about strategy for the coming 2 - 5 years. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3375916 Wed, 17 Mar 2010 15:11:00 +0100 3375916 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3371738&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D641 The combined Chorus' of Evesham based Vale Harmony and Vale Connection performed a Charity Concert at Evesham Methodist Church. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3371738 Wed, 17 Mar 2010 14:30:04 +0100 3371738 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3367750&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D640 There is a wide gulf between what the Department of Health keeps saying it is going to do about dementia services and what it actually does, according to Edward Leigh MP, Chairman of the Committee of Public Accounts. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3367750 Tue, 16 Mar 2010 15:15:48 +0100 3367750 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3364634&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D639 As a society we need to talk more about dying, death and bereavement. As individuals, we all need to have a conversation about what we want with family and friends, whatever our age or state of health (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3364634 Mon, 15 Mar 2010 14:34:42 +0100 3364634 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3364635&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D638 Angela Lonsdale, soap star and Alzheimer’s Society celebrity supporter, is set to host a spectacular evening of entertainment and dancing on Saturday, 24 April 2010 at the Palace Hotel, Manchester. T (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3364635 Mon, 15 Mar 2010 10:01:00 +0100 3364635 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3364636&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D637 Almost two thirds (59%) of people are worried about the standard of care they could receive in old age while nearly a third (30%) feel none of the three main political parties are addressing the issue (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3364636 Mon, 15 Mar 2010 09:14:00 +0100 3364636 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3356097&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D636 Dr Susanne Sorensen comment, (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3356097 Fri, 12 Mar 2010 14:28:40 +0100 3356097 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3351960&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D635 In February Talking Point officially passed the 10,000 members mark. The online discussion forum will also be celebrating its seventh birthday at the end of March. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3351960 Thu, 11 Mar 2010 14:31:55 +0100 3351960 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3348106&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D634 Sixty per cent of people think politicians are not doing enough to improve care for older people according to a survey by Age Concern and Help the Aged. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3348106 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 15:24:29 +0100 3348106 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3344305&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D633 Has medical science changed your life? Science: [So What? So everything] is a campaign that looks at what science is doing for us and how it will improve our future. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3344305 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 14:39:29 +0100 3344305 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3328690&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D632 Lynda Bellingham's autobiography has just gone on sale and we have five signed copies to give away. Just enter our free prize draw. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3328690 Thu, 04 Mar 2010 14:34:09 +0100 3328690 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3324537&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D631 We want to produce a bespoke Alzheimer's Society calendar for 2011 and are looking for artists who would like to get involved and have their work featured in the calendar. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3324537 Wed, 03 Mar 2010 14:32:48 +0100 3324537 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3324538&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D630 Model and presenter Nell McAndrew is calling for people to join her in raising money for people with dementia by running for Alzheimer’s Society (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3324538 Wed, 03 Mar 2010 10:13:00 +0100 3324538 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3319544&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D629 Greater purpose of life could significantly reduce a person’s chance of developing Alzheimer’s disease according to a study published in the Archives of General Psychiatry March 1 2010. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3319544 Tue, 02 Mar 2010 14:38:46 +0100 3319544 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3317191&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D628 One in three (32 per cent) people are uncomfortable around people with dementia according to new research. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3317191 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 15:08:30 +0100 3317191 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3308648&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D627 Terry Pratchett's children's book, Nation, has been adapted for the stage by Mark Ravenhill and is now showing at the National Theatre. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3308648 Fri, 26 Feb 2010 14:21:56 +0100 3308648 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3299793&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D626 Actor and comedian Hugh Dennis today called for people in Yorkshire and beyond to sign up to raise money for people with dementia in this year’s Bupa Great Yorkshire Run. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3299793 Wed, 24 Feb 2010 14:38:28 +0100 3299793 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3328691&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D625 Put this date in your diary, Saturday 24 April, for a dating event with a difference - speed dating walk with proceeds coming to Alzheimer's Society. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3328691 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:42:00 +0100 3328691 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3328692&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D624 We are one of five shortlisted charities for Home Retail Group’s charity of the year and we need as many votes as possible from their employees. Voting is open from 22 February to 26 March. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3328692 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 09:13:00 +0100 3328692 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3328693&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D623 Actor Kevin Whately is launching a new Alzheimer’s Society leaflet today (Tuesday 23 February) to help tackle poor dementia care in hospitals. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3328693 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 08:40:00 +0100 3328693 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3292882&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D622 The Health Secretary, Andy Burnham, today held a conference discussing long-term care and support for older people. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3292882 Mon, 22 Feb 2010 14:35:36 +0100 3292882 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3274017&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D620 New research published in Nature Genetics has identified two genes located on chromosome 7 and 17 respectively that have variants that increase the risk of fronto-temporal dementia (FTD). (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3274017 Tue, 16 Feb 2010 14:27:06 +0100 3274017 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3264321&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D619 Britt Ekland, actress and Alzheimer’s Society Patron, is supporting the re-launch of Alzheimer’s Society’s Old Gold Appeal as it transforms into the Old Jewellery Appeal. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3264321 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 14:19:34 +0100 3264321 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3260645&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D619 Britt Ekland, actress and Alzheimer’s Society Patron, is supporting the re-launch of Alzheimer’s Society’s Old Gold Appeal as it transforms into the Old Jewellery Appeal. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3260645 Thu, 11 Feb 2010 14:27:02 +0100 3260645 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3233244&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D618 New prevalence statistics have been released from an Alzheimer’s Research Trust commissioned report by the University of Oxford suggesting that there are now 820,000 people in the UK with dementia. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3233244 Wed, 03 Feb 2010 14:33:02 +0100 3233244 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3225791&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D617 Sir Terry Pratchett, who has a rare form of Alzheimer’s, says he is ready to be a test case for assisted suicide ‘tribunals’ which could give people legal permission to end their lives. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3225791 Mon, 01 Feb 2010 14:59:13 +0100 3225791 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3214104&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D616 MPs debated the progress of the government’s National Dementia Strategy in the House of Commons today (Wednesday 27 January 2010). (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3214104 Thu, 28 Jan 2010 14:33:12 +0100 3214104 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3209956&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D615 Neil Hunt is to leave as Chief Executive of Alzheimer’s Society after nearly seven years in the role. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3209956 Wed, 27 Jan 2010 14:19:12 +0100 3209956 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3328694&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D614 Ian and Jim Gaffney run the One Planet mountain biking centre at Coed Llandegla, which is 11,000 feet up on the moors and has been snowbound and unable to open since December 20 2009. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3328694 Fri, 22 Jan 2010 15:59:00 +0100 3328694 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3190971&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D613 Iconic movie actress Britt Ekland today called for people in Portsmouth to sign up to raise money for people with dementia in this year’s Bupa Great South Run. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3190971 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 14:24:32 +0100 3190971 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3187054&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D612 Soap star and former Coronation Street actress, Angela Lonsdale, invites you to join her and her celebrity friends for a spectacular evening of entertainment and dancing. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3187054 Wed, 20 Jan 2010 14:34:42 +0100 3187054 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3169132&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D611 A simple eye test monitoring the death of cells on the retina could move scientists closer to being able to monitor the progress of Alzheimer’s disease in humans according to research published today. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3169132 Thu, 14 Jan 2010 14:23:03 +0100 3169132 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3169133&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D610 As much as £8.2 billion is being spent inefficiently on dementia care every year a report by the National Audit Office (NAO) said today (Thursday, 14 January 2010). (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3169133 Thu, 14 Jan 2010 08:41:00 +0100 3169133 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3169134&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D609 Bupa, the UK’s leading healthcare provider, is to continue its successful partnership with Alzheimer’s Society and Alzheimer Scotland for the Bupa Great Run Series in 2010. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3169134 Wed, 13 Jan 2010 15:53:00 +0100 3169134 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3165295&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D608 New research published in the (JAMA) has suggested that specific variations in the CETP gene were associated with slower memory decline and lower risk of Alzheimer's disease and dementia. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3165295 Wed, 13 Jan 2010 14:20:13 +0100 3165295 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3165296&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D607 New research published in the BMJ shows that angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBS), commonly used to treat high blood pressure and heart disease, could protect against Alzheimer’s disease. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3165296 Wed, 13 Jan 2010 08:38:00 +0100 3165296 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3165297&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D606 New research, to be published in the Journal of Neuroscience on 13 January, links a loss of smell with the build up of amyloid protein, a hallmark of Alzheimer’s disease. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3165297 Wed, 13 Jan 2010 08:25:00 +0100 3165297 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3161160&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D605 Legendary talk show host, Sir Michael Parkinson has highlighted the importance of dignity in care for older people in a personal account of his year as the government’s Dignity Ambassador. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3161160 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 15:19:01 +0100 3161160 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3161161&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D604 Fiona Phillips is back on Dispatches tonight on Channel 4 at 8pm to examine if there has been any improvement in the provision of financial support and respite care. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3161161 Mon, 11 Jan 2010 14:41:00 +0100 3161161 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3158511&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D603 Mike Percival is setting himself quite a challenge in 2010, aiming to undertake four trail running half marathons in aid of four charities including Alzheimer's Society. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3158511 Mon, 11 Jan 2010 14:38:33 +0100 3158511 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3158512&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D602 Alzheimer’s Society supporter Norma Chapman recently completed a four-day cycle challenge from London to Paris in aid of the Kettering, Corby & District Carers. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3158512 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 16:14:00 +0100 3158512 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3158513&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D601 Alzheimer’s Society Supporter Jane Bullock recently completed the Sinai Trek raising over £7,500 for the Side-by-Side project in South Northants. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3158513 Fri, 08 Jan 2010 15:46:00 +0100 3158513 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3147382&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D600 Using a mobile phone could protect against or even reverse the affects of Alzheimer’s disease according to a study to be published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease (Wednesday 6 January 2010). (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3147382 Thu, 07 Jan 2010 14:17:55 +0100 3147382 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3147383&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D599 A study, published in the British Journal of Psychiatry, by scientists at King’s College London has provided fresh links between people who develop diabetes and risk of dementia. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3147383 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 15:24:00 +0100 3147383 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3144004&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D598 People in the later stages of dementia have complex end of life needs and it is vital that the use of artificial nutrition or hydration is not used in place of good quality care. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3144004 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 14:20:56 +0100 3144004 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3140213&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D597 Alzheimer's Society is calling for political party election manifestos to address serious failings in dementia care. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3140213 Tue, 05 Jan 2010 14:18:02 +0100 3140213 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3140214&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D596 With so many people to buy presents for each year, Santa doesn’t always manage to bring you exactly what you want. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3140214 Mon, 04 Jan 2010 14:33:00 +0100 3140214 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3116893&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D595 We received an early Christmas present today with the news that This Morning viewers have helped raise more than £220,000 for the charity. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3116893 Thu, 24 Dec 2009 14:17:34 +0100 3116893 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3107473&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D594 Capita LGS chose Alzheimer's Society again as their charity of the year. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3107473 Mon, 21 Dec 2009 14:19:19 +0100 3107473 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3090823&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D593 High levels of the hormone leptin, which may help prevent over-eating, is linked to a reduced risk of Alzheimer’s according to a new study published today (Wednesday, 16 December). (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3090823 Wed, 16 Dec 2009 14:17:11 +0100 3090823 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3086628&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D592 Health Secretary Andy Burnham yesterday outlined how a £670 million-a-year package would help 400,000 people - to stay in their own homes instead of moving into residential care. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3086628 Tue, 15 Dec 2009 14:24:55 +0100 3086628 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3086629&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D591 We need your feedback to help improve our website. Please fill out our survey, it will only take 5 minutes of your time. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3086629 Tue, 15 Dec 2009 09:30:00 +0100 3086629 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3077150&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D590 New research published in Cell today (11 December 2009) proposes that delaying ageing in mice models could protect them from symptoms linked to Alzheimer’s disease. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3077150 Fri, 11 Dec 2009 14:14:36 +0100 3077150 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3080732&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D589 Co-op Funeral Directors Association raised over £3000 at their conference held at the Hilton Hotel, Newcastle Gateshead, at the end of October. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3080732 Thu, 10 Dec 2009 12:43:00 +0100 3080732 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3080733&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D588 15 year old Charlotte Hurst from Leicestershire climbed more than 4,000ft to the summit of Ben Nevis, in Scotland. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3080733 Thu, 10 Dec 2009 12:04:00 +0100 3080733 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3064722&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D587 Businessman Sir Gerry Robinson will return to BBC Two tonight (Tuesday, 8 December 2009) in a new two part series, Can Gerry Robinson Fix Dementia Care Homes. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3064722 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 14:19:01 +0100 3064722 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3064723&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D586 New research published in Neurology today (08 December 2009) suggests that amyloid, one of the proteins associated with Alzheimer’s disease, may also play a role in the memory loss of people with H (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3064723 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 08:58:00 +0100 3064723 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3064724&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D585 The BBC2 Wonderland Series will end on Thursday 10 December with ‘Alzheimer’s the Musical’ - a documentary about the impact of dementia on relationships and the enduring power of love and music. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3064724 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 08:29:00 +0100 3064724 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3062193&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D584 Alzheimer’s Society has been chosen by ITV1’s flagship daytime show This Morning as its charity partner for this year’s Christmas Appeal. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3062193 Mon, 07 Dec 2009 14:20:28 +0100 3062193 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3041468&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D582 Alzheimer's Society is reorganising its management structure in order to deliver more services to more people in a greater number of locations. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3041468 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 15:10:16 +0100 3041468 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3010164&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D581 Bupa and Alzheimer's Society have today officially marked their joint commitment to the shared goal of improving the quality of care for people living with dementia. Their partnership was marked by signing a memorandum of understanding (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3010164 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:19:15 +0100 3010164 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3001571&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D580 Alzheimer’s Society has today welcomed the recognition of people with dementia in the Queen’s speech and called for dementia to be a priority for all political parties. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3001571 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:21:58 +0100 3001571 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2997330&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D579 People with dementia - who occupy a quarter of all hospital beds - are staying far longer in hospital than people without the condition who go in for the same treatment. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2997330 Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:18:14 +0100 2997330 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2986686&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D573 The Directors of Oneplanet Adventure in Coed Llandegla Forest, North Wales, pedalled their way around Britain in the space of a week to raise money for Alzheimer's Society in May 2009. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2986686 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:17:53 +0100 2986686 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2986687&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D571 After more than a year of planning, training and fundraising, with 12 days of cycling from Lands End to John-O-Groats the team handed over cheques totaling £22,504. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2986687 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 12:11:00 +0100 2986687 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2982786&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D570 An independent review has found that an estimated 150,000 people with dementia in the UK are being inappropriately prescribed antipsychotic drugs and these are contributing to 1,800 deaths a year. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2982786 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:21:14 +0100 2982786 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2979083&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D569 The Reading and Wokingham branches of Alzheimer's Society will be holiding a coffee morning on Saturday 28 November. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2979083 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 14:21:04 +0100 2979083 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2982787&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D568 Get your tickets to the charity premiere of Academy Award Winner of Best Foreign Language Film 2009 'Departures' with proceeds coming to Alzheimer's Society. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2982787 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:06:00 +0100 2982787 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2979084&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D567 Lack of muscle strength could be one of the early signs of dementia according to a study published on Monday, 9 November 2009 in Archives of Neurology. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2979084 Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:59:00 +0100 2979084 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2972547&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D566 Multi tasking could help tell the difference between Alzheimer’s disease and depression Alzheimer’s Society found today (Monday, 9 November 2009) in Journal of Neurology. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2972547 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 14:21:01 +0100 2972547 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2956460&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D565 We are absolutely thrilled to announce that Credit Suisse employees have selected us to be their Charity of the Year 2010. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2956460 Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:29:05 +0100 2956460 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2956461&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D564 Learning and memory tests can help predict whether a healthy person will develop Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) according to a report published today in Neurology. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2956461 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 15:24:00 +0100 2956461 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2941153&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D563 Catriona Lonie is raising money for her Alzheimer's Society Cycle Cuba challenge by holding an exclusive swishing event (swapping clothes) in the heart of Mayfair. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2941153 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:18:25 +0100 2941153 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2936478&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D562 GMTV’s Doctor Hilary Jones and actor and comedian Hugh Dennis, headed to Portsmouth to champion the rights of people with dementia and run for Alzheimer’s Society in the Bupa Great South Run. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2936478 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 14:19:51 +0100 2936478 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2932562&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D561 Epilepsy drugs could be developed as a treatment for neurodegenerative diseases according to research published in the journal Molecular Neurodegeneration. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2932562 Wed, 28 Oct 2009 14:20:35 +0100 2932562 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2928851&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D560 Alzheimer’s Society is pleased to announce that easyJet and its passengers have raised over £420,000 to help the charity fight dementia. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2928851 Tue, 27 Oct 2009 14:24:23 +0100 2928851 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2925718&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D559 We are one of five shortlisted charities for Nationwide’s charity of the year staff vote and we need as many votes as possible from their employees. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2925718 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:30:02 +0100 2925718 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2917922&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D558 People over 65 could benefit from a 'home protection scheme' preventing them from being forced to sell their house to pay for residential care in old age according to Shadow Secretary Health Secretary (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2917922 Fri, 23 Oct 2009 13:14:50 +0100 2917922 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2910229&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D557 Prof Gandy and colleagues compared the effect of four different diets on brains in mice that are genetically altered so they develop changes in their brain which are like Alzheimer's disease in people (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2910229 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 13:24:39 +0100 2910229 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2906435&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D556 Irish actress and comedian, Tara Flynn, will be making an appearance on Broadway next month - taking part in the ING New York City Marathon to raise money for Alzheimer’s Society. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2906435 Tue, 20 Oct 2009 13:21:21 +0100 2906435 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2990672&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D576 Charlie Brown the recently recruited fundraising volunteer on his first assignment at Tesco, Brooklands, Weybridge on a sunny Saturday afternoon in October. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2990672 Sat, 17 Oct 2009 14:11:00 +0100 2990672 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2896455&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D555 Sam Johnson, a photographer from Bedfordshire, is exhibiting photographs from his collection 'There are no memories of you here' with proceeds coming to Alzheimer's Society. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2896455 Fri, 16 Oct 2009 13:16:42 +0100 2896455 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2892340&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D554 Research carried out by CHKS has found that the cost to the NHS of excess bed days attributable to a secondary diagnosis of dementia is £40 million per annum. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2892340 Thu, 15 Oct 2009 13:16:23 +0100 2892340 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2892341&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D553 Alzheimer’s Society is pleased to announce that well-loved newsreader Angela Rippon and leading business man John Hughes have both been appointed Alzheimer's Society Ambassadors. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2892341 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 15:34:00 +0100 2892341 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2888180&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D552 Nearly half a million pounds raised in first year of the two year relationship. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2888180 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:16:32 +0100 2888180 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2884304&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D551 A Department of Health survey has found that 86% of people are worried about getting old. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2884304 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:22:41 +0100 2884304 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2884305&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D550 Former Home Secretary, David Blunkett MP has today offered his support to a major campaign to encourage people to donate brain tissue upon their death to a new brain bank network. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2884305 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 07:36:00 +0100 2884305 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2873640&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D549 20 sites across England have been selected to participate in a study to identify the benefits of Personal Budgets for health and the patient groups who will gain most from them. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2873640 Fri, 09 Oct 2009 09:33:14 +0100 2873640 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2873641&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D548 easyJet passengers have generously donated £426,134 during onboard collections this summer. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2873641 Thu, 08 Oct 2009 11:37:00 +0100 2873641 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2870249&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D547 77% of nurses report that people with dementia in general hospital wards are being prescribed dangerous antipsychotic drugs. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2870249 Thu, 08 Oct 2009 09:30:51 +0100 2870249 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2864019&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D546 Seven out of 10 care home residents have been subjected to medication errors according to research to be published in Quality and Safety in Health Care tomorrow (6 October, 2009). (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2864019 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 16:46:01 +0100 2864019 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2853522&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D545 On Tuesday 6th October, contemporary jazz singer, Rick Guard will be the guest of honour at a special session of Singing for the Brain in Exeter. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2853522 Fri, 02 Oct 2009 16:44:31 +0100 2853522 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2853523&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D544 Alzheimer's Society branches in Surrey were delighted to welcome Hannah Gordon, the Countess of Onslow President of Alzheimer's Research Trust. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2853523 Fri, 02 Oct 2009 14:11:00 +0100 2853523 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2848580&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D543 People with dementia, carers and doctors are not getting the support they need to deal with the ethical issues they face-a new report from the Nuffield Council on Bioethics reveals today (1 October). (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2848580 Thu, 01 Oct 2009 16:44:38 +0100 2848580 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2844466&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D542 Older people with the 'highest needs' will be offered free personal home care, Gordon Brown announced today (29 September 2009). (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2844466 Wed, 30 Sep 2009 16:45:41 +0100 2844466 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2837270&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D541 Eighty percent of Labour MPs believe the government should be spending more on dementia research, according to a new poll released today. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2837270 Mon, 28 Sep 2009 16:44:35 +0100 2837270 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2837271&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D540 A study published in Science has found that levels of amyloid beta, a protein fragment associated with Alzheimers disease, rose and fell in association with sleep and wakefulness in mice. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2837271 Mon, 28 Sep 2009 08:36:00 +0100 2837271 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2826112&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D539 David Van Day, one of our celebrity supporters, appeared in The Sun today encouraging singing to help people with dementia. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2826112 Thu, 24 Sep 2009 16:37:44 +0100 2826112 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2816247&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D538 Sir Terry Pratchett, Patron of the Alzheimer’s Research Trust, is to discuss his experience with a rare form of Alzheimer’s disease and demand an increase in government investment in dementia research (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2816247 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 16:38:07 +0100 2816247 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2816248&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D537 We had a huge number of supporters turn out this weekend for a variety of events and challenges happening across the country. It was amazing to have all your support. Thank you for getting involved. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2816248 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:25:00 +0100 2816248 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2816249&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D536 Alzheimer's Society is proud to announce that we recently passed the 5,000 fan mark on our Facebook page. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2816249 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 11:07:00 +0100 2816249 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2816250&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D535 A study published in Neurology by researchers in the US has found that declining financial skills could be an early indicator of Alzheimer’s disease in people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2816250 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 07:45:00 +0100 2816250 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2813371&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D534 More than 35 million people worldwide will have dementia in 2010 according a report released today (21 September 2009) from Alzheimer’s Disease International (ADI). (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2813371 Mon, 21 Sep 2009 16:35:49 +0100 2813371 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2805750&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D533 This weekend a host of celebrities will be taking part in our flagship fundraiser, Memory Walk, to help us in our fight against dementia. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2805750 Fri, 18 Sep 2009 16:33:55 +0100 2805750 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2802164&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D532 Figures from Laing and Buisson’s newly released Care of Elderly People UK Market Survey 2009 have predicted that the number of care home places will start to grow, following a previous decline. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2802164 Thu, 17 Sep 2009 16:35:19 +0100 2802164 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2798389&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D531 Alzheimer’s Society and Bupa have joined together to launch the first ever Dementia Champions programme in 130 Bupa care homes across the UK. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2798389 Wed, 16 Sep 2009 16:36:30 +0100 2798389 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2794529&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D530 2009 Apprentice winner Yasmina Siadatan and actress Sian Reeves together with cast members from BBC Three’s 'the Lunch Monkeys' are all heading up to Newcastle to run in Bupa Great North Run. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2794529 Tue, 15 Sep 2009 16:39:29 +0100 2794529 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2780039&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D529 Gary Cooper is the man behind the inventive fundraising idea to raise money for football grass roots clubs as well as Alzheimer's Society. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2780039 Thu, 10 Sep 2009 16:35:18 +0100 2780039 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2773444&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D528 A fifth of carers face difficulties in applying for benefits under the current 'complex and confusing' system according to The Public Accounts Committee. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2773444 Tue, 08 Sep 2009 16:37:51 +0100 2773444 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2773445&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D527 People with Alzheimer’s disease who develop an infection need to be treated as soon as possible to prevent it worsening their dementia (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2773445 Tue, 08 Sep 2009 07:22:00 +0100 2773445 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2771077&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D526 Alzheimer’s Society has teamed up with the BBC’s Lab UK to launch Brain Test Britain, a unique trial that will seek an answer to the question: Does brain training really work? (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2771077 Mon, 07 Sep 2009 16:33:55 +0100 2771077 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2771078&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D525 Two new genes associated with Alzheimer's disease have been discovered in a British scientist led genome study. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2771078 Mon, 07 Sep 2009 07:07:00 +0100 2771078 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2763979&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D524 The third annual UK's Older People's Day takes place this year on Thursday 1 October 2009 under the 'Full of Life' banner. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2763979 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 16:39:44 +0100 2763979 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2763980&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D523 The General Medical Council will this week publish its latest 'Tomorrow’s Doctors' guidance calling for a more 'hands on' approach to medical training. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2763980 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 11:16:00 +0100 2763980 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2754382&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D522 It's now been over 18 months since we re-launched alzheimers.org.uk and the new site has been a great success. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2754382 Tue, 01 Sep 2009 17:25:00 +0100 2754382 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2735837&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D521 David Van Day, one of our celebrity supporters, is performing in a Sing-a-long at the Thameside theatre in Thurrock. The sing-a-long features wartime songs and classic musical hits. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2735837 Thu, 27 Aug 2009 08:29:00 +0100 2735837 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2731951&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D520 Data in a recent study published in Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology links elevated diastolic blood pressure to the cognitive impairment of people over 45. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2731951 Wed, 26 Aug 2009 08:20:00 +0100 2731951 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2763981&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D518 Older people who reported sleeping for more than nine hours in each 24 hours and feeling sleepy during the day were more likely to develop dementia according to new research. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2763981 Thu, 13 Aug 2009 13:50:00 +0100 2763981 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2697505&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D519 Reminiscence therapy is a powerful way of helping empower people with dementia by access long-term memories. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2697505 Thu, 13 Aug 2009 13:33:00 +0100 2697505 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2693353&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D518 Older people who reported sleeping for more than nine hours in each 24 hours and feeling sleepy during the day were more likely to develop dementia according to new research. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2693353 Thu, 13 Aug 2009 10:55:55 +0100 2693353 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2763982&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D517 Older people who reported both exercising a lot and following a diet close to the Mediterranean-type had a 60 per cent reduction in the chance of developing Alzheimer’s according to new research. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2763982 Wed, 12 Aug 2009 09:14:00 +0100 2763982 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2689847&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D517 Older people who reported both exercising a lot and following a diet close to the Mediterranean-type had a 60 per cent reduction in the chance of developing Alzheimer's according to new research. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2689847 Wed, 12 Aug 2009 08:14:00 +0100 2689847 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2763983&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D515 This American research is part of a long term study following a group of older people in New York. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2763983 Tue, 04 Aug 2009 09:43:00 +0100 2763983 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2665290&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D515 This American research is part of a long term study following a group of older people in New York. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2665290 Tue, 04 Aug 2009 09:43:00 +0100 2665290 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2665291&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D516 Middle aged people who smoke, have high blood pressure or diabetes are far more likely to develop dementia in later life, suggests research published ahead of print in the Journal of Neurology. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2665291 Tue, 04 Aug 2009 07:59:00 +0100 2665291 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2651621&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D514 Memory is a fundamental function of nerve cells in the brain, and loss of memory is a key symptom in many people with Alzheimer's disease. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2651621 Wed, 29 Jul 2009 16:01:00 +0100 2651621 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2628173&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D513 The UK will play a leading role in coordinated European action to tackle dementia from today (22 July 2009). (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2628173 Wed, 22 Jul 2009 13:24:00 +0100 2628173 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2623429&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D512 Intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIg) treatments, the addition of good antibodies into the blood stream, may hold promise for lowering the risk of Alzheimer's disease and other similar brain disorders. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2623429 Tue, 21 Jul 2009 14:44:00 +0100 2623429 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2618058&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D511 The UK needs a national plan for dementia research or the country will pay the price, the UK's top scientists are warning today. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2618058 Tue, 21 Jul 2009 10:04:00 +0100 2618058 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2599670&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D502 New insights into how a Phase III Alzheimer's drug might work were among the advances reported today at the ICAD conference in Vienna. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2599670 Wed, 15 Jul 2009 10:58:31 +0100 2599670 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2599671&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D501 Dimebolin, originally administered as an antihistamine, has previously been found to help slow the decline of cognitive ability in participants. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2599671 Wed, 15 Jul 2009 09:30:00 +0100 2599671 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2616127&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D510 Health Secretary Andy Burnham has set out three new models of funding adult social care in England. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2616127 Tue, 14 Jul 2009 23:16:00 +0100 2616127 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2599672&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D508 Eating a 'heart healthy' diet and maintaining or increasing participation in moderate physical activity may help preserve our memory and thinking abilities as we age. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2599672 Tue, 14 Jul 2009 18:00:00 +0100 2599672 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2599673&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D510 Health Secretary Andy Burnham set out three new models of funding adult social care in England today (Tuesday, 14 July 2009). (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2599673 Tue, 14 Jul 2009 16:16:00 +0100 2599673 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2599674&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D506 Research released at the International Conference on Alzheimer's Disease suggests that adhering to a Mediterranean diet may decrease risk of dementia. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2599674 Tue, 14 Jul 2009 14:00:00 +0100 2599674 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2595992&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D500 The development of essential dementia diagnostic tools could be achieved through the combined observation of biomarkers with other measures such as brain volume. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2595992 Tue, 14 Jul 2009 11:02:28 +0100 2595992 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2595991&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D509 Drugs used to treat people with Alzheimer's disease should be available on the NHS to people throughout their disease according to a new study presented today. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2595991 Tue, 14 Jul 2009 11:02:28 +0100 2595991 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2595990&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D503 Research released at the International Conference on Alzheimer's Disease shows a severe lack of dementia awareness in America. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2595990 Tue, 14 Jul 2009 11:02:28 +0100 2595990 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2595993&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D504 Partnering with local physicians and working with local clinics have been found to be the most effective tools in recruiting people for Alzheimer's clinical studies. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2595993 Mon, 13 Jul 2009 16:30:00 +0100 2595993 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2593843&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D499 US scientists have found that moderate drinkers – those who consume between 8 and 14 drinks per week – are at a 37% lower risk of dementia. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2593843 Mon, 13 Jul 2009 10:57:05 +0100 2593843 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2593844&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D507 Results from two large studies using DHA, an omega 3 fatty acid, were reported today at the Alzheimer's Association 2009 International Conference on Alzheimer's Disease (ICAD 2009) in Vienna. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2593844 Sun, 12 Jul 2009 09:00:00 +0100 2593844 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2589857&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D505 British scientists are leading the field at the International Conference of Alzheimer's Disease, in Vienna (ICAD, 11 – 16 July). (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2589857 Fri, 10 Jul 2009 18:20:00 +0100 2589857 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2586013&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D498 A group of chemicals found in many fruits and vegetables, as well as tea, cocoa and red wine, could protect the brain from Alzheimer's disease. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2586013 Fri, 10 Jul 2009 10:21:00 +0100 2586013 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2586014&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D497 Pioneering new research to try to stop dementia developing in people who have experienced a stroke has been given a new research grant. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2586014 Fri, 10 Jul 2009 09:03:00 +0100 2586014 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2582081&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D496 New research from an ongoing observational study suggests that more advanced language skills in your early twenties may predict a lower likelihood of dementia in older age. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2582081 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 09:28:00 +0100 2582081 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2582082&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D495 One of Britain's best known poets, Roger McGough, has delivered a filmed reading of a new poem to be released exclusively on the Alzheimer's Society website. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2582082 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 19:07:00 +0100 2582082 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2572271&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D494 Research released by Alzheimer's Society this Dementia Awareness Week has shown widespread misunderstanding about dementia and the factors that put people at risk. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2572271 Mon, 06 Jul 2009 08:54:00 +0100 2572271 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2565010&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D493 Middle-aged people living alone have twice the risk of developing dementia and Alzheimer's disease in later life compared with married or cohabiting people, according to a study published on bmj.com. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2565010 Fri, 03 Jul 2009 09:44:00 +0100 2565010 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2557973&cid=s_38338_18_f&fid=38338&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.alzheimers.org.uk%2Fsite%2Fscripts%2Fnews_article.php%3FnewsID%3D492 Budget airline easyJet today pledged to raise a million pounds to support the one million people who will develop dementia in the next ten years. (Source: Alzheimers Society) Alzheimers Society organizations http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2557973 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:59:00 +0100 2557973