News archive
News archive for 2007
Electronic tagging - enabling or disabling people with dementia?
27 December 2007
The latest sign of over zealous Big Brother or the future for empowering people with dementia?
Alzheimer's Society comment on Rights, risks and restraints, a study investigating restraint in the care of older people
20 December 2007
Anyone reading this report will draw a sharp intake of breath at some of the appalling examples of restraint, in many cases involving people with dementia.
'Forget Me Not' ball
20 December 2007
The Portsmouth and District Branch are holding a 'Forget Me Not' Ball at the Portsmouth Marriott Hotel on 29 February 2008 at 7.00pm.
Terry Pratchett: I have Alzheimers
13 December 2007
Comment from the Alzheimer's Society on the news that the author Terry Pratchett has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.
Trading places
12 December 2007
Today, celebrities will join forces with the broking whizzes at ICAP on their annual charity day, to raise money for 25 charities including the Alzheimer's Society.
Alzheimer's Society comment on reducing risk of dementia
7 December 2007
Response to finding that excessive drinking of sugary beverages like soda may increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease.
Changes in the ageing brain
5 December 2007
Alzheimer's Society comment on research into changes in the ageing brain, published in the latest edition of Neuron.
Charity condemns costly and dangerous prescribing of anti-psychotic drugs
3 December 2007
The NHS is wasting as much as 80 million pounds on prescribing unnecessary sedative drug treatments to people with dementia, according to the Alzheimer's Society.
Alzheimer's Society comment on the SenseCam
28 November 2007
Response to the SenseCam developed by Microsoft
Charity calls for mandatory dementia training for all care home staff
27 November 2007
People with dementia are being subjected to huge inequalities in standards of residential care, according to a new report from the Alzheimer's Society.
Do you, or someone you know, work at Deloitte?
20 November 2007
Join our campaign to secure 500 votes to fight dementia.
New website goes live
13 November 2007
The new look Alzheimer's Society website is online and on target to becoming the leading one-stop shop for people living with the condition, their carers and other online users.
Alzheimer's Society to challenge NICE in the High Court
13 November 2007
Campaigners from the Alzheimer’s Society have announced their intention to challenge the NICE's decision on Alzheimer’s drug treatments in the High Court.
Fix care crisis now
13 November 2007
Alzheimer's Society response to report by Commission for Social Care Inspection (CSCI) on the care crisis.
The Society seeks a new Chair
13 November 2007
In September 2007 Dr Nicholas Carey will stand down as Chair of the Alzheimer's Society, having completed the maximum term of office permitted within our Memorandum and Articles of Association.
Coleen’s wedding dress is top lot at online fundraising auction!
13 November 2007
TV presenter Coleen Nolan raised over £1,000 for the Alzheimer’s Society by auctioning off the wedding dress from her marriage to entertainer Shane Ritchie.
Your chance to put a question about public services and dementia to the Health Secretary, Patricia Hewitt
13 November 2007
On Thursday 8 February, from 10.45 am for an hour, the Health Secretary will be taking questions from the general public on the future of public services.
UK’s first emergency appeal to challenge NICE
13 November 2007
The Alzheimer’s Society has launched an emergency appeal to help fund the UK’s first high court challenge of the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE).
Vote for better dementia care in Wales
13 November 2007
It is vital that the voices of people affected by dementia are heard in the Welsh Assembly election debate.
Daily Mail launches campaign to end restrictions on Alzheimer's drugs
13 November 2007
The Daily Mail has today joined the campaign to end the restrictions on drugs to treat Alzheimer's disease.
Major new report shows the impact of dementia in the UK
13 November 2007
Carers and campaigners dressed as Gordon Brown personally deliver a copy of the Dementia UK report to the Treasury.
Away from her
13 November 2007
Based on the short story "The Bear Who Came Over the Mountain" by Alice Munro, this film is the UK premiere of cult indie actress Sarah Polley's astounding directorial debut.
Does your MP support our call for a national strategy on dementia?
13 November 2007
Last year the Alzheimer's Society challenged a team of researchers to do something that hadn't been done in Britain before - provide the most up to date evaluation of dementia statistics.
Ombudsman report proves need for radical overhaul
13 November 2007
Government policy on fully funded health care is built on straw and a wider debate is needed to fix the system, the Alzheimer's Society said today.
Science, arts and business leaders declare their commitment to tackling dementia
13 November 2007
Dame Judi Dench and neurologist Professor David Brooks are among prominent supporters joining a landmark programme championing the rights of people with dementia and their carers.
Long term care forgotten again in Budget 2007
13 November 2007
The gaping hole in today's budget is how, as a country, we are going to meet the huge challenge of caring for our older population.
Birmingham Alzheimer’s Society gives gift of free will
13 November 2007
The Alzheimer’s Society is joining forces with 8 law firms in Birmingham to offer a will writing service free of charge to local people aged 55 and over.
Russell Grant stars at virtual birthday bash
13 November 2007
Talking Point, the Alzheimer’s Society’s message board and online support group, will be celebrating its fourth anniversary with Britain’s top astrologer Russell Grant on Tuesday 3 April at 3pm.
Investigation into restraint
13 November 2007
The social care watchdog, Commission for Social Care Inspection (CSCI), has started an investigation into restraint.
Health Minister addresses local Alzheimer’s Society branch
13 November 2007
Local MP and Health Minister Andy Burnham MP was the keynote speaker last week at the Wigan, Leigh and District branch of the Alzheimer’s Society first annual open meeting.
Howz that! Alzheimer’s Society seeks cricket stars for TV tournament
13 November 2007
The Alzheimer’s Society is throwing its weight behind this summer’s hottest cricket tournament the SportsWISE UK20’s competition.
UK leadership needed to tackle global cost of dementia
13 November 2007
The Alzheimer’s Society today called for UK leadership in tackling the global rise in dementia, in response to new estimates which put the worldwide cost of dementia at US $315.4 billion per year.
HSA helps Alzheimer’s Society’s helpline on its busiest year!
13 November 2007
HSA, part of the Simplyhealth group, has helped the Alzheimer’s Society’s Dementia Helpline with its busiest year on record in 2006!
Balance needed in electronic tagging debate
13 November 2007
Responding to comments by Science and Technology Minister Malcolm Wicks, the Alzheimer’s Society today welcomed the debate on electronic tagging.
Alzheimer’s Society NICE challenge submitted to high court
13 November 2007
Serious flaws in the way the NICE reached its controversial decision to restrict access to dementia drugs on the NHS will be submitted to the high court today by the Alzheimer’s Society.
Dick & Dom Charity Club Night Event is Postponed
13 November 2007
The charity club night with TV presenters turned DJs, Dick & Dom, is postponed and will now not take place on Wednesday, 31 January 2007 at Turnmills night club, London as previously advertised.
Alzheimer's Society raffle
13 November 2007
Buying and selling tickets for the Alzheimer's Society raffle raises funds directly for the Society whilst offering you the chance to win great prizes.
Around the World in 315 days – A Circumnavigation Supper
13 November 2007
Doctor Emma Stanton circumnavigated the world on one of ten yachts competing in the 2005 - 2006 Clipper Round the World Yacht Race.
Congratulations Coleen!
13 November 2007
Loose Women's Coleen Nolan and partner Ray Fensome joined over 40 fellow supporters on the Society's Nile Bike Ride last week.
Astrologer Russell Grant pledges £1 000 to community cricket tournament
13 November 2007
The forecast couldn't be hotter for cricket this year as star astrologer and Alzheimer's Society Ambassador Russell Grant today pledged £1, 000 to find the UK's hottest 20/20 cricket club.
How long can we make our 'virtual scarf'?
13 November 2007
Doncaster Branch are organising a sponsored knit/crochet during Alzheimer’s awareness week. We are inviting those interested to collect sponsors and knit as many 6 inch squares as they can.
Principality raise a princely sum for the Alzheimer’s Society!
13 November 2007
Principality Building Society have selected the Alzheimer’s Society as their charity of the year.
Spring Raffle winners announced
13 November 2007
Congratulations to Mrs Clapham of Preston, and all the other winners of this year's Spring raffle.
Riding to Santiago di Compostela in memory of mum
13 November 2007
Ann Bishop, from Essex, will step back in time on Saturday 14 July 2007 as she travels by horse and cart along a medieval pilgrim route to Santiago de Compostela in Spain.
Books to talk about
13 November 2007
Three innovative new books designed to inspire people with dementia and engage them in conversation are being well received in care homes.
Research reveals benefits of dementia drugs in the brain
13 November 2007
Key proteins linked to plaques in the brain associated with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias were 70% less in people prescribed the treatments for the condition compared to untreated patients.
Dementia in Europe
13 November 2007
More than 20 Alzheimer associations from all over Europe came together for the 17th annual Alzheimer Europe conference in Portugal in May.
Caring for carers in Cardiff
13 November 2007
Carers in Cardiff are benefiting from a mobile information and support service with a difference thanks to the Society’s Cardiff and the Vale branch.
Blunkett pledges support
13 November 2007
Former home secretary David Blunkett paid his first visit to the Sheffield branch in his new capacity as patron on 16 May.
MPs and peers join forces to propel dementia to the top of the political agenda
13 November 2007
MPs and peers who have joined an All Party Parliamentary Group on Dementia will meet for the first time on 18 June and call for the condition to be made a national health and social care priority.
Battle for access to Alzheimer’s drugs reaches courtroom climax
13 November 2007
A two-year fight against the decision to restrict access to the only drug treatments for Alzheimer’s disease will arrive at the Royal Courts of Justice on Monday.
Alzheimer's Society named disability charity of the year
13 November 2007
The last year has seen a huge effort by our Press Office, Policy and Campaign teams aimed at pushing the issue of dementia up the political agenda.
Care guidance a smoke screen: so we’ll help instead
13 November 2007
The Department of Health launches new guidance today (Tuesday, 26 June 2007) outlining when the NHS should pay for care for thousands of seriously ill people.
Dementia: the nation’s biggest fear
13 November 2007
Britons fear developing dementia more than any other health condition in old age yet many people do not realise that simple lifestyle changes may reduce their risk of developing it.
Judicial Review update
13 November 2007
An update on the Judicial Review of the NICE decision to restrict access to Alzheimer’s drugs to those in the moderate stage of the disease.
National audit report echoes call for action on dementia
13 November 2007
A report by the NAO into dementia released today found that providing earlier diagnosis and better support for people with dementia and their carers could result in cost savings and better care.
Judgement date set on Alzheimer’s drugs court challenge
13 November 2007
A verdict on the first-ever challenge of a decision by the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) will be announced next month (Friday August 10).
The National Stroke Strategy: Have your say
13 November 2007
On 9 July the Government published ‘A new ambition for stroke’, the eagerly awaited consultation document on the National Stroke Strategy for England.
Malcolm and Barbara: Love’s Farewell
13 November 2007
The newly extended version of the BAFTA nominated documentary Malcolm and Barbara: a love story will be broadcast on Wednesday 8 August, ITV1, 9 - 10.30.
Alzheimer’s Society comment on Department of Health announcement on national strategy for dementia
13 November 2007
Comment from Neil Hunt, Chief executive, Alzheimer's Society.
Missing: John Allen
13 November 2007
Mr Allen, 70, has gone missing from his home in Battle. Mr Allen, who suffers from Alzheimer’s as well as epilepsy, was last seen at 9pm on Wednesday, July 18th.
Judicial Review of the decision to deny access to Alzheimer’s drugs on the NHS
13 November 2007
Comment from the Alzheimer’s Society in response to the findings by Justice Linda Dobbs.
Stars start countdown to record breaking dementia fundraiser
13 November 2007
Actress Sally Lindsay and broadcaster Tania Bryer proved you don’t always need boots for walking as they launched the countdown to the Alzheimer’s Society’s annual fundraiser, Memory Walk.
Jo Brand and Ruth Langsford run the Hydro Active Challenge for charity
13 November 2007
Top comedian Jo Brand will be on her marks to raise money for the Alzheimer's Society at the Hydro Active Women's Challenge on Sunday 16 September at London's Hyde Park.
The relationship between Alzheimer’s disease and loneliness
13 November 2007
Comment from the Alzheimer’s Society on the relationship between Alzheimer’s disease and loneliness and a study in the Archives of General Psychiatry.
Scientists discuss plans to use 'human-animal' embryos or 'cybrids' to advance research into incurable diseases
13 November 2007
Alzheimer’s Society comment on the use of ‘cybrids’ for research into Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia.
Caffeine lovers protect themselves against Alzheimer's disease with three cups of coffee every day
13 November 2007
Comment from the Alzheimer’s Society on research in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition.
Can the adult human brain fix itself?
13 November 2007
A new study proves for the first time that a region of the brain contains stem cells, which have the ability to act as a repair system for the body.
Neuroleptics increase risk of death in people with dementia
13 November 2007
Alzheimer’s Society comment on new study into antipsychotics.
Over-the-counter painkillers and the onset of dementia
13 November 2007
Alzheimer's Society comment on ADAPT clinical trial, published in the online edition of the American Academy of Neurology.
Aspirin and the onset of Alzheimer's disease and dementia
13 November 2007
Alzheimer’s Society comment on study by Jae Hee Kang and colleagues at Brigham and Women's Hospital published by the British Medical Journal:
Re-finding lost memories
13 November 2007
Lost memories can be refound reversing the effects of neurodegeneration seen in Alzheimer's disease, according to research from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute.
Significant genetic risk factor uncovered by research
13 November 2007
A common gene has come into the research spotlight after being linked to a four-fold increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.
Global impact of dementia
13 November 2007
The number of people with Alzheimer’s disease will quadruple to 106 million by the year 2050 when 1 in every 85 people will be living with the disease.
New study involving electronic implants
13 November 2007
Identification tags are being used on volunteers with Alzheimer's disease in Florida, who will have devices implanted in their arm.
Launch of Phase I clinical trials of an Novartis Alzheimer’s Vaccine
13 November 2007
Initial studies with the Alzheimer vaccine were seen as the most exciting treatment development ever investigated for the treatment of dementia.
Research into a blood test for Alzheimer’s disease
13 November 2007
A non-invasive blood test for diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease would be of enormous significance, helping clinicians to effectively identify the disease.
Curry chemical that clears brain plaques
13 November 2007
Scientists have found a chemical in curry may help the immune system clear plaques from the brain in people with Alzheimer's disease.
Curry chemical research from the University of California
13 November 2007
A further link between a chemical found in curry and Alzheimer's disease has been highlighted by researchers.
Alzheimer’s Society comment on research from the University of St Andrews and scientists in America
13 November 2007
Scientists in Scotland and America have unveiled a possible new treatment target for Alzheimer’s disease.
Convention for people with dementia, by people with dementia
13 November 2007
A unique convention that seeks to empower people with dementia by encouraging them to get involved with local and national activities is taking place in Birmingham on Wednesday 24th October.
Experts predict significant rise in numbers of people with dementia in Northern Ireland
13 November 2007
Dementia is set to soar in Northern Ireland with experts forecasting a 27% rise over the next ten years.
BBC debate: How do we pay for long term care?
13 November 2007
On Monday 7th May, Radio 4's You and Yours will dedicate a whole programme to launch its national debate on long term care.
Shedding light on dementia
13 November 2007
Alzheimer's Society launches new guide on optimising dementia care environment.
Midlands Co-op staff pledge to raise £100,000 for the Alzheimer's Society
13 November 2007
Staff at Midlands Co-operative Society have voted the Alzheimer’s Society as their new Charity of the Year for 2007.
Midlands Co-op staff pledge to raise £100,000 for the Alzheimer's Society
13 November 2007
Staff at Midlands Co-operative Society have voted the Alzheimer’s Society as their new Charity of the Year for 2007.
Nelson leads the battle against Alzheimer's!
13 November 2007
Aged nine years, Ashley Blakeley from North Baddesley decided that the Festival of Christmas at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard would provide a fantastic opportunity to raise funds for the Society.
Celebrate the opening of the Hadrian's cycleway with the Alzheimer's Society
13 November 2007
The Hadrian's Cycleway Route opens in July. Help celebrate the grand opening by cycling the route in it's first official week whilst raising much-needed funds for the Alzheimer's Society.
Comic star swaps joking for jogging for the Alzheimer's Society
13 November 2007
Stand up Jo Brand is hoping to have the last laugh this Sunday as she pounds the paths of Hyde Park in the Hydroactive Women's Challenge to raise money for the Alzheimer's Society.
Women hit the road for the Society
13 November 2007
Comic Jo Brand joined over 260 women running in races around England in aid of the Alzheimer's Society.
Richard McCourt runs for the Alzheimer's Society
13 November 2007
TV presenter Richard McCourt of Bafta award-winning TV duo Dick ‘n’ Dom joined a team of 130 Society supporters – the biggest team yet – on 20 May to take part in the 10k BUPA Great Manchester Run.
Date set for high court showdown on Alzheimer's drugs
13 November 2007
The first High Court challenge of a decision by the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) will begin on Monday 25 June, a judge announced today.
An update on the NICE appeal
13 November 2007
The Alzheimer's Society have been campaigning against guidance from the NICE which cruelly proposes restricting access to Alzheimer's drugs to people in the moderate stages of the disease.
Alzheimer's storyline wins award for Coronation Street
13 November 2007
Coronation Street scooped an award for Best Soap Storyline for factory boss Mike Baldwin’s battle with Alzheimer’s disease at the TV Quick Awards 2006, held in London on the 4th September.
About My Grandfather... About My Grandmother...
13 November 2007
The Alzheimer's Society short film 'About My Grandfather... About My Grandmother' is now available on YouTube.
87 per cent admit having difficulty remembering every day things
13 November 2007
87% of people in Britain have difficulty remembering every day things, according to a new survey released today as part of the Alzheimer's Society's Million Memories campaign.
Continuing confusion not continuing care
13 November 2007
The Alzheimer's Society today slammed the Department of Health's proposals for a new national framework into fully funded NHS care.
Alzheimer's campaigners go global
13 November 2007
Linda Hayes from Southampton cares for her father who has early onset dementia. To express her anger about restrictions on access to dementia drugs she has posted a video on the website, YouTube.
Home care 'crying out for help' - Alzheimer's Society
13 November 2007
The Alzheimer's Society has today backed a call by the Commission for Social Care Inspection (CSCI) for huge changes to be made to the system of home care.
Alzheimer's Society wins prestigious PR award
13 November 2007
Mike Baldwin may have left Coronation Street but his dramatic exit to earlier this year is still winning awards.
Sir Cliff backs Northern Echo campaign
13 November 2007
Sir Cliff Richard has welcomed The Northern Echo's backing for the Alzheimer's Society's fight to ensure that dementia patients get the medication they need.
Alzheimer Europe launches new website dedicated to the public health impact of Alzheimer's disease
13 November 2007
Alzheimer Europe has just launched a new website which is dedicated to raising the awareness of the public health impact of Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia in Europe.
Lilian Dykes - 'Volunteer of the Year'
13 November 2007
Lilian Dykes, 82, has been awarded ‘Volunteer of the Year’ status at the York Community Pride Awards which aims to recognise the achievements of unsung heroes from all walks of life.
NICE challenged over fatally flawed decision on Alzheimer’s drugs
13 November 2007
Eisai and Pfizer, manufacturers of drug treatments for Alzheimer's, have informed NICE that they intend to apply for a judicial review against its decision to restrict access to Alzheimer's drugs.
Elevated levels of cholesterol play an even greater role in the development of Alzheimer's disease
13 November 2007
Georgetown University Medical Center have announced that research has led to a deeper understanding of the role that elevated cholesterol plays in the development of Alzheimer's disease.
Aspirin reported to reduce the incidence of Alzheimer's disease
13 November 2007
Research has concluded that long-term use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs use may reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease, but only provided such use occurs well before the onset of dementia.
Cannabis and Alzheimer's disease
13 November 2007
An article in the Guardian newspaper has highlighted research published in the journal Neuroscience letters.
Promising evidence for Ginkgo biloba in Alzheimer's disease
13 November 2007
The biggest ever comprehensive review on the use of Ginkgo biloba for the treatment of dementia has been published by the Alzheimer's Society and the Cochrane Collaboration.
HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy) and risk of Alzheimer's disease
13 November 2007
Data from a number of large population-based studies have suggested that women who take oestrogen based hormone replacement therapy have a lower long-term risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.
Brain 'compensates' for Alzheimer's
13 November 2007
It has been reported that researchers from the Rotman Research Institute, in Canada have found that the brains of people in the early stages of Alzheimer's compensate for damage done by the disease.
Initial results of large scale trial into possible anti-Alzheimer's vaccine
13 November 2007
New research published in Neuron, Vol 38, May 2003 by Hock et al indicates the possibility of a therapeutic vaccine for Alzheimer's disease.
New findings challenge previous evidence that suggested that hormone replacement therapy has a protective effect on the brain
13 November 2007
New findings from the Women's Health Initiative (WHI) challenge previous evidence that suggested that estrogen-containing hormone therapy has a protective effect on the brain in postmenopausal women.
Alzheimer's Society reaction to research into the link between folic acid and dementia
13 November 2007
Dr Andrew McCaddon from the University of Wales has carried out research that indicates that homocysteine levels could be a reliable early indication of dementia.
Biochemical link between nicotine and protein plaques
13 November 2007
Researchers at the Scripps Research Institute have discovered that a by-product of nicotine, called nornicotine, appears to prevent the abnormal build-up of APP associated with Alzheimer's disease.
Obesity and risk of dementia: where's the link?
13 November 2007
Alzheimer’s Society comment on research by Ingmar Skoog and Deborah Gustafson published in the 15 July issue of the Archives of Internal Medicine.
Fish consumption and the risk of Alzheimer’s disease
13 November 2007
Alzheimer's Society comment on editorial by Robert P. Friedland published in the July issue of The Archives of Neurology
Tau phosphorylation and Alzheimer's disease
13 November 2007
Tau protein forms the tangles that are one of the two recognisable features of Alzheimer’s disease morphology (the other being the amyloid plaques).
Alzheimer's disease in the US population
13 November 2007
Alzheimer’s Society comment on research led by Denis Evans, MD and published in The Archives of Neurology.
Detecting dementia: novel neuropsychological markers of preclinical Alzheimer’s disease
13 November 2007
Alzheimer's Society comment on research by Andrew D. Blackwell et al in Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders 2004;17:42–48 published online.
Clioquinol and beta amyloid in Alzheimer's disease
13 November 2007
Alzheimer's Society comment on research by Ritchie et al published in Archives of Neurology, Vol 60, December 2003.
People who have had a stroke are at an increased risk of developing Alzheimer's disease
13 November 2007
Alzheimer’s Society comment on research by Mayeux et al published in Archives of Neurology, Vol 60, December 2003.
Vitamin E and C supplements and Alzheimer's disease
13 November 2007
Alzheimer’s Society comment on research by Zandi et al published in Archives of Neurology, 2004; 61:82-88.
Brain scanning and Alzheimer's disease
13 November 2007
Alzheimer’s Society comment on research by Professor Agneta Nordberg et al published in Annals of Neurology in January 2004.
Alzheimer's disease vaccine
13 November 2007
Alzheimer’s Society comment on research by Gandy et al published in Alzheimer Disease and Associated Disorders in March 2004.
Lithium and Alzheimer's disease in fruit-flies
13 November 2007
Alzheimer’s Society comment on research by the Institute of Psychiatry and the University of Southampton published in Molecular Psychiatry journal in March 2004.
Alzheimer's disease and loss of smell in mice
13 November 2007
Alzheimer’s Society comment on research by Professor Richard Doty et al published in the 12 March issue of the journal Brain Research, vol. 1000.
Mitochondrial toxicity in Alzheimer's disease
13 November 2007
Alzheimer’s Society comment on research by Joyce W Lustbader et al published in Science, 16 April 2004, vol 304.
Alzheimer's disease and diabetes
13 November 2007
Alzheimer’s Society comment on research by Zoe Arvanitakis et al published in the May 2004 issue of the Archives of Neurology.
Worker functions and traits associated with occupations and the development of Alzheimer's disease
13 November 2007
Alzheimer’s Society comment on research by Kathleen Smyth, PhD et al published in August 10 issue of Neurology, 2004.
Immunoglobulins might be promising treatment for Alzheimer's disease
13 November 2007
Alzheimer’s Society comment on research by Dr Richard Dodel et al published in the Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery and Psychiatry.
Walking associated with reduced risk of Alzheimer's and dementia
13 November 2007
Alzheimer’s Society comment on research by Robert D. Abbott, Ph.D et al published in JAMA, 22 September 2004.
Alzheimer’s disease and molecules
13 November 2007
Alzheimer's Society comment on research by Jason E. Gestwicki and colleagues at Howard Hughes Medical Institute and Stanford University Medical School in Stanford, CA.
Lemons and lilac among top 10 smells that predict Alzheimer's disease
13 November 2007
Alzheimer’s Society comment on research by Professor D.P. Devanand et al presented at the American College of Neuropsychopharmacology (ACNP) annual meeting, December 2004.
Drug prescribed to dementia patients accelerates cognitive decline
13 November 2007
Alzheimer's Society comment on research by Professor Clive Ballard et al published in the BMJ on Friday 18 February 2005.
Marijuana ingredient may stall decline from Alzheimer's
13 November 2007
Alzheimer’s Society comment on research by Maria de Ceballos et al. in the February 23 issue of The Journal of Neuroscience.
Folates and Alzheimer's disease
13 November 2007
Comment from the Alzheimer’s Society on research from the Institue of Ageing.
Scientists link vascular gene to Alzheimer's disease
13 November 2007
Comment from the Alzheimer's Society on research from the University of Rochester.
Alzheimer's disease and diabetes
13 November 2007
Alzheimer’s Society comment on research by Rachel A. Whitmer et al reported at the International Conference on Alzheimer’s disease and Related Disorders.
Flurizan study released at ICAD
13 November 2007
Professor Gordon Wilcock, former chairman of the Alzheimer's Society, presented exciting new developments in clinical trials of Flurizan at the International Convention Alzheimer's Disease (ICAD).
Skin test for Alzheimer's disease
13 November 2007
Alzheimer's Society comment on research by Dr Khan and Dr Albion published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences
New study shows ways to reduce risk of dementia
13 November 2007
Eating a healthy diet that includes plenty of fruit and vegetables can reduce your risk of Alzheimer's Disease.
New blood test for Alzheimer's Disease
13 November 2007
Alzheimer's Society comment of research into new blood test for Alzheimer's Disease.
Study into feline form of Alzheimer's disease
13 November 2007
Alzheimer’s Society comment on research into the mental deterioration of ageing cats.
Gene research study published in Nature Genetics
13 November 2007
Scientists may have uncovered a breakthrough in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease after discovering a new gene linked to the condition.
Transdermal vaccine effective in treating Alzheimer's disease in mouse model
13 November 2007
There has been tremendous interest about developing a vaccine to treat Alzheimer’s disease.
Oscar-winning actress meets people with dementia as Alzheimer’s film hits cinemas
13 November 2007
People with dementia and their carers have the chance to meet actress Julie Christie as she promotes her latest role, playing a woman with Alzheimer’s.
Alzheimer's Society joins the Fundraising Standards Board
13 November 2007
The Alzheimer's Society has joined the Fundraising Standards Board, the self-regulatory body which has been set up to monitor the fundraising profession.
Stars back art for Alzheimer’s
13 November 2007
Local art lovers will be able to get their hands on celebrity and professional artwork in a unique fundraising initiative, Art for Alzheimer’s Sake at Gloucester Cathedral, 20 –25 October.
Mediterranean diet, fruit juice or red wine?
13 November 2007
Alzheimer’s Society commissions new study into link between diet and dementia.
Health Secretary: 'We need a national debate on charging for care'
13 November 2007
Secretary of State for Health Patricia Hewitt told a group of carers on Thursday 24th August that there was an urgent need for a national debate on who pays for care.
Best minds put their heart into tackling dementia
13 November 2007
Delaying dementia by five years will halve the number of deaths from dementia in the UK, experts have highlighted at the launch of the Alzheimer’s Society’s ‘Be Headstrong’ campaign.
Society seeks to influences debate at the political party conferences
13 November 2007
The Alzheimer’s Society will have a strong presence at this year’s political party conferences.
Cholestrol drugs shown to reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease
13 November 2007
Drugs to beat cholestrol may reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease by almost 80 per cent according to researchers.
All-Party Parliamentary Group on Dementia meets for first time
13 November 2007
Members of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Dementia held their first meeting at the House of Commons on 18 June.
Alzheimer's Society comment on Beta Carotene
12 November 2007
This study adds to existing evidence that ‘super foods’ rich in antioxidants such as beta-carotene can help lower your risk of developing dementia.
Alzheimer's Society comment on Omega 3 helping to reduce risk of dementia
12 November 2007
It is important that people realise there are things we can all do to reduce our risk of developing dementia.
British adventurers undertake groundbreaking South Pole expedition
8 November 2007
Two Britons are embarking on a groundbreaking expedition to reach the South Pole that has never been attempted before.
Health chiefs to be quizzed on dementia care failings
11 October 2007
The Public Accounts Committee will grill leading health and social care officials about dementia at a public hearing on Monday 15 October, House of Commons, 4.30pm.
Alchemist turns old gold into new gold for Alzheimer’s Society
27 September 2007
An Alzheimer’s Society Ambassador has transformed old gold into new gold with the help of Saga readers, raising over a quarter of a million pounds for the Society.
Carer of the year award
10 September 2007
Carolyne Robinson is the Family Support Worker for the Ryedale and Whitby Branch.
Team Mental Block rally for dementia
1 September 2007
On the 14th September Kieron Johnson and Ben Pascall will set off across Europe to raise £2,000 for the Alzheimer’s Society as part of this year’s Scally Rally.
Acoustic single offers support to thousands with dementia
15 August 2007
An acoustic duo that lists the Doves and ex members of the Smiths amongst its admirers are releasing a heart-rending single about Alzheimer’s disease and donating all profits to the Society.
Alzheimer’s Society research hits the news
6 June 2007
Research funded by the Alzheimer’s Society hit the headlines this month as journalists seized on studies analysing the impact of oxygen and the brain.
Doctors and patients should work together to make decisions about treatment says new GMC guidance
29 May 2007
The General Medical Council (GMC) has today launched a consultation to find out how doctors and patients can best work together to make decisions about treatment.
A Night to Remember
11 May 2007
Internationally renowned soprano Emma Kirkby will be performing in concert in May to raise funds for Winchester and District Branch.
Patricia Hewitt pledges support for the use of assistive technology to help people with dementia
9 May 2007
Over 80 people turned out on Friday 27th April to hear Rt Hon Patricia Hewitt, MP for Leicester West and Secretary of State for Health, pledge her support for a unique new website.
Alzheimer’s Society break marathon record
24 April 2007
A record number of people pushed their bodies to the limit in soaring temperatures as they ran the London Marathon for the Alzheimer’s Society.
London Marathon
22 April 2007
The London Marathon is our biggest fundraising event in the running programme and this year the Society has over 170 runners taking part!
Hewitt commits to dementia
8 February 2007
The Secretary of State for Health, Patricia Hewitt, has pledged to improve the quality of care that people with dementia receive.
Anaesthetics and Alzheimer’s disease-type symptoms
6 February 2007
Comment from the Alzheimer’s Society on the on research in the Journal of Neuroscience into anaesthetics and Alzheimer’s disease-type symptoms
NICE under investigation
2 February 2007
The Health Select Committee announced an inquiry into the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) on Friday (2nd February).
Researchers offer new support for dealing with memory loss
30 January 2007
People with dementia have the opportunity to confront some of the worst symptoms of the condition, by volunteering for a study into memory loss.
Ivan Lewis MP to address dementia conference
25 January 2007
The debate on care for the UK’s ageing population reaches a new stage next month as Care Services Minister Ivan Lewis addresses a national conference on 27 February about the rising costs of dementia.
Continuing Care champion wins landmark case
4 January 2007
In a landmark victory, Mike Pearce, a former Scotland Yard Detective, has won his 5-year battle with Torbay Care Trust to have nursing home fees he paid for his mother’s care returned to him.
