Neurodegenerative disease genetic discovery
Neurodegenerative disease genetic discovery: A ‘perfect storm’ of genetic mutations, toxic proteins and a defect in natural cell recycling has…
Alzheimer’s & Dementia
New blood test for the diagnostics of frontotemporal dementia
New blood test for the diagnostics of frontotemporal dementia. A new study by researchers at the University of Eastern Finland…
Stress, Anxiety and Sleep during Pandemic
Stress and Anxiety Linked to Poor Sleep During Pandemic: According to a recent study by Anxiety UK, nearly half (44%)…
Non-invasive potential treatment for Alzheimer’s disease
Non-invasive potential treatment for Alzheimer’s disease: Ultrasound can overcome some of the detrimental effects of ageing and dementia without the need…
Are mole rats the key to curing cancer and dementia?
Could naked mole rats hold the key to curing cancer and dementia? Researchers say rodent has unique DNA repair mechanism.…
Inequalities in disability report by the ILC
Inequalities in disability between richest and poorest in the UK more than tripled in past decades, new report finds A…
Alzheimer’s and cataract surgery
Alzheimer's and cataract surgery: People with newly diagnosed Alzheimer's disease are less likely to have cataract surgery than people without…
Young adults ready to help the lonely and vulnerable
Despite Generation Z’s reputation for being self-interested, more than three quarters (77%) of young adults would be ready to help…
Cure the care system
Nearly a million UK families are struggling to care for their loved ones with the dignity and support they deserve.…
Research opportunity for Front-line health professionals
The British Geriatrics Society (BGS) and the Dunhill Medical Trust (DMT) are inviting front-line health professionals to apply for a…