Alzheimer's Disease

Over 40,000 people with dementia are reported missing for the first time in the UK every year

Ad Feature Appeal launched to safeguard digital database for dementia patients

Left to right: Myles Robinson, Lee and Allison Robinson with friend and support team member Liz Newton at Hartlepool Marina.

Jet skier Lee stops off at marina on epic challenge

Dr Susanne Hager

1 in 26 people in Hartlepool Set To Develop Epilepsy - Leading Neurosurgeon Bu...

New research suggests that drinking tap water could be putting millions of people living in the UK at a greater risk of dementia.

New research warns of 'link' between soft water and dementia

The new blood test can remove barriers to an early diagnosis

Ad Feature Blood test which can help detect early Alzheimer’s launches in the UK

Lecanemab is designed to target and clear a protein called amyloid from patient’s brains (Photo: Adobe)

Lecanemab UK: what is it and how much does Alzheimer's drug cost?

Former London mayor Ken Livingstone is suffering from Alzheimer’s disease.

Breaking Ken Livingstone suffering from Alzheimer’s, family announces

Headband created that can detect Alzheimer’s disease

Alzheimer’s disease: New vaccine ‘could reduce or prevent’ impact of illness and ‘eliminate toxic cells’

Alzheimer’s disease: Scientists believe new vaccine offers ‘fresh hope

Tony Bennett has died aged 96

Breaking Legendary singer Tony Bennett dies aged 96

Fiona Phillips attends Theirworld's Annual International Woman's Day Breakfast on March 07, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images for Theirworld)

Fiona Phillips announces she has Alzheimer’s disease aged 62

Nora Forster and John Lydon attend the BMI Awards at The Dorchester on October 15, 2013 in London, England. (Photo by Ben A. Pruchnie/Getty Images)

Breaking Wife of Sex Pistols star John Lydon dies

A Mediterranean diet slashes the risk of dementia by nearly a quarter, according to new research.

Mediterranean diet slashes risk of dementia by almost a quarter

John Lydon is competing to represent Ireland in the Eurovision Song Contest.

Sex Pistols’ John Lydon competing to represent Ireland in Eurovision

Findings of a clinical trial involving a new Alzheimer's drug Lecanemab have been published

New Alzheimer’s drug Lecanemab hailed ‘momentous’ by experts in trial

Barbara Windsor, best known for her roles in EastEnders and the Carry On films, has died aged 83. Photo by PA.

Actress Dame Barbara Windsor dies aged 83
Actress Dame Barbara Windsor, best known for her roles in EastEnders and the Carry On films, has died aged 83.
Sophie Brownson

EastEnders and Carry On star Dame Barbara Windsor has died, aged 83

These are the symptoms of early onset dementia - and how it is linked to head in...

Watch the moving moment a former ballerina with Alzheimer’s remembers dancing to...

A new algorithm could detect ‘Covid cough’ - even in people with no obvious symp...

Excess deaths in Hartlepool reach 14%

Hartlepool deaths up 14% in nine months

Angela Lawlor who is running the Virtual London Marathon.

Runner's London Marathon mission in memory of her dad

Today is World Alzheimer's Day - here’s how to spot symptoms and offer support(Photo: Shutterstock)

Today is World Alzheimer's Day - here’s how to spot symptoms and offer support

The test could detect signs of the disease 20 years before symptoms show (Photo: Shutterstock)

A new blood test could spot Alzheimer's disease years before symptoms appear

A combination of different factors have been suggested to help reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer’s (Photo: Shutterstock)

Certain lifestyle habits may reduce risk of Alzheimer’s by up to 60% - here's wh...

This is what you need to know about the link between negative thoughts and dementia (Photo: Shutterstock)

Negative thinking may lead to dementia according to a new study - here’s what yo...

September 21 is World Alzheimer's Day.

How you can do your bit for World Alzheimer's Day
It's World Alzheimer's Day on Friday, and an opportunity to raise awareness and highlight the issues faced by people affected by dementia and demonstrate how we can overcome them.
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An estimated 850,000 people are living with dementia in the UK.

What is dementia and how can you reduce your risk?

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A new Alzheimer's study has linked alcohol to dementia

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How to spot the early signs of dementia and Alzheimer's disease

Walking among the snowdrops.

Greatham's annual snowdrops walk attracts hundreds of visitors

A couple of glasses of wine a day really do help clear your mind

Scientists develop blood test that could spot Alzheimer's

Tucking into a curry can fight dementia

Snowdrop walk in the woods at Greatham's Hospital of God.

Picturesque gardens set to be opened for annual Snowdrop Walk

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Alzheimer's protein study welcomed by experts

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Saunas really are good for your heart

Grandpa's Great Escape.

TV Choice: Five of the best shows this week

Three or four cups of coffee a day does you more good than harm

Today is International Women's Day. Who do you admire, and why?

International Women's Day 2017: The women we admire

Walking is good for you

FEELING GREAT: Autumn walks are good for you

Former Bishop of Durham Dr David Jenkins.

Controversial ex-Bishop of Durham Dr David Jenkins dies at 91

Microbes

Scientists link virus and bacteria to development of dementia

Danielle Border with her nanna, Joan Harper.

Devoted Danielle is running for her nanna

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