Press release archive
Press release archive for 2010
Bupa and the UK's leading dementia charities to partner for third year ‘running’
30 December 2010
Bupa has announced that it will continue its successful partnership for a third year with dementia charities Alzheimer's Society and Alzheimer Scotland, for the Bupa Great Run Series in 2011.
Dementia in NHS operating framework critical
17 December 2010
A shake-up of the health system was confirmed in the NHS Operating Framework, published today (Wednesday, 15 December 2010).
Santander banks on raising £450,000 for Alzheimer's Society in 2011
16 December 2010
Santander staff across the UK have joined forces with Alzheimer’s Society to raise a national target of £450,000 to help people with dementia and their carers.
95 per cent of hospitals not training their staff in dementia care
16 December 2010
95 per cent of hospitals do not have mandatory training in dementia for all staff according to an interim report published by the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
Millions of savings can be made by tackling dementia
14 December 2010
Tackling dementia care can help the government achieve the efficiency gains it needs, Alzheimer’s Society said.
High levels of ‘good’ cholesterol could lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease, study claims
14 December 2010
High levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL), or ‘good’ cholesterol, could lessen the chances of developing Alzheimer’s disease in older adults, claims a study published in Archives of Neurology.
Number of people diagnosed with dementia in England still falling short
14 December 2010
New NHS statistics highlighting the number of people diagnosed with dementia do not accurately reflect the real number of people with the condition, according to Alzheimer’s Society.
Rubbish trucks on strike in the brains of people with Alzheimer’s
9 December 2010
Rubbish trucks in the brains of people with Alzheimer’s disease may be on ‘strike’ according to new research released by the journal Science.
Poorly-bound iron could be linked to Alzheimer’s, says study
8 December 2010
Eating foods containing iron chelators, such as blueberries, might help reduce your risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease according to an article published in Archives of Toxicology.
Exposure to pesticides could increase risk of cognitive decline
2 December 2010
Direct exposure to pesticides could increase the risk of cognitive decline, according to a study published online in Occupational and Environmental Medicine.
Alzheimer's Society report will recommend improvements to services for younger people with dementia in North East London
1 December 2010
Alzheimer’s Society will publish a report recommending how services for younger people with dementia in North East London should be improved, following the area’s first community dementia forum.
Over 100,000 older people have sight loss and dementia
1 December 2010
Over 100,000 people over 75 have both dementia and sight loss,* new statistics reveal.
MPs and peers launch inquiry into cost of dementia care
1 December 2010
Spending money more effectively on dementia will be the focus of a major inquiry being launched by the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Dementia.
New section of Alzheimer’s Society website provides all the answers
30 November 2010
Answers to those niggling questions about Alzheimer’s and dementia are published in a new FAQ section on the Alzheimer’s Society website.
New section of Alzheimer's Society website provides all the answers.
29 November 2010
Answers to those niggling questions about Alzheimer's and dementia are published in a new FAQ section on the Alzheimer's Society website, today (Monday, 29 November).
Alzheimer’s Society supporter begins Welsh leg of 5,000 mile coastline fundraising trek
23 November 2010
An intrepid Alzheimer’s Society supporter will be hotfooting his way into Wales this week as part of a sponsored 5,000 mile walk around the United Kingdom.
Diabetes drug could be a potential treatment for Alzheimer’s, study claims
22 November 2010
New research claims that a drug commonly used in the treatment of type II diabetes can help treat Alzheimer’s disease.
From Ashes to Dashes - Dean Andrews leads Alzheimer’s Society in Bupa Great Manchester Run
19 November 2010
Ashes to Ashes and Life on Mars star Dean Andrews has called for people to run with him for Alzheimer’s Society at the launch of the 2011 Bupa Great Manchester Run.
Alzheimer’s Society comment on government’s vision for adult social care
16 November 2010
Care Services Minister Paul Burstow announced the government’s plans for adult social care services.
Alzheimer’s Society fight to avoid leaving vulnerable people in Lincs without vital support
12 November 2010
Alzheimer’s Society is calling on Lincolnshire residents to help prevent those affected by dementia from being abandoned without support.
Dementia accounts for 15 per cent of deaths in England
9 November 2010
Dementia accounts for approximately 15 per cent of all deaths in England according to a report published today by the National End of Life Care Intelligence Network (NEoLCIN).
Number of older people being admitted to hospital increased by two thirds in a decade
28 October 2010
The number of people aged 60 and over in hospitals is increasing at a faster rate than any other age range according to a report released today (Thursday 28 October 2010).
Government commits to reducing antipsychotics for people with dementia by two thirds in a year
26 October 2010
The Department of Health today committed to reduce the use of antipsychotics prescribed to people with dementia by two thirds by November 2011.
A united front against dementia
26 October 2010
Forty five organisations from the charity, public and private sectors have come together to form the largest ever united front against dementia.
Hugh’s injured, but Hilary and Dee rally 1,800 Alzheimer’s Society runners in the Bupa Great South
25 October 2010
‘Outnumbered’ actor and comedian, Hugh Dennis, looked on glumly yesterday as Alzheimer’s Society supporter and football legend Lawrie McMenemy started the 21st Bupa Great South Run in Portsmouth.
Alzheimer's Society response to the Comprehensive Spending Review Re: an extra £2 billion for social care by 2014
20 October 2010
As part of his plans to save billions of pounds in public spending, Chancellor George Osborne has pledged to provide an extra £2 billion a year for social care by 2014.
Second study links B vitamins and Alzheimer's
18 October 2010
New research on the link between B vitamins and Alzheimer’s disease has been published in the journal Neurology.
Local forces wife takes up challenge of the Bupa Great South Run for Alzheimer’s Society
15 October 2010
Alzheimer’s Society Press Officer Emma Fielder, aged 30, is taking up the challenge of the Bupa Great South Run on 24 October, while her husband is serving in Afghanistan.
Physical activity can prevent grey matter shrinkage
13 October 2010
Walking more than six miles a week could reduce your risk of developing memory problems according to research published in the online issue of Neurology.
Running doesn’t come easily to me. That’s why I chose it.’ Portsmouth woman takes on challenge of Bupa Great South Run for Alzheimer’s Society
13 October 2010
Gill Richards has never taken part in a run before in her life, but on 24 October she will be at the start line of the Bupa Great South Run in Portsmouth wearing an Alzheimer’s Society running shirt.
Malnutrition can cause people with Alzheimer’s disease to deteriorate
12 October 2010
Many people with conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease are seeing their illness deteriorate because of bad nutrition and lack of care according to a report.
Hundreds of thousands could gain access to Alzheimer’s treatments
7 October 2010
Hundreds of thousands of people with Alzheimer’s disease who have been denied medical treatment could soon be given access to life-changing drugs on the NHS.
Baby Spice takes up Bupa Great South challenge for Alzheimer’s Society
5 October 2010
Determined twelve-year-old Madeleine Spice is running for Alzheimer’s Society in the Bupa Junior Great South Run on 23 October in Portsmouth, in honour of her granddad.
Coordinated approach needed to tackle consequences of ageing population
29 September 2010
Internationally-renowned economist George Magnus will call for a more coordinated approach to tackling the serious economic and social consequences of an ageing population.
Nestlé staff join the fight against dementia
28 September 2010
Nestlé staff across the UK have joined forces with Alzheimer’s Society today (Tuesday 28 September) to raise a national target of £250,000 to help people with dementia and their carers.
Londoners take a forward step for Memory Walk
28 September 2010
Up to 400 walkers stepped out to help raise vital funds at the London Memory Walk yesterday. The event was held at the Geraldine Mary Harmsworth Park in Lambeth.
Broadcaster to Launch London Memory Walk
24 September 2010
Broadcaster and charity campaigner, Tania Bryer will open this year’s London Memory Walk on Sunday and send people on their way to raising vital funds for dementia.
Gene discovery could increase understanding of Alzheimer’s disease
24 September 2010
Scientists have discovered a gene with a link to Alzheimer’s disease according to a new study published in the journal PLoS Genetics.
Newer antipsychotic drugs could increase the risk of dangerous blood clots, research claims
22 September 2010
Research published by the BMJ today suggests that taking newer antipsychotic drugs could increase the chances of developing dangerous blood clots.
Nell McAndrew leads 4,000 strong Alzheimer's Society team in the 30th Bupa Great North Run
20 September 2010
Model and TV presenter Nell McAndrew clocked up an impressive time of 1:26:30 in the 30th Bupa Great North Run yesterday.
Presenter makes sign up request to Londoners
17 September 2010
TV presenter and Alzheimer’s Society supporter Richard McCourt is calling all Londoners to sign up to the London Memory Walk team and help raise vital funds for dementia services.
Gene discovery could predict rate of Alzheimer’s
16 September 2010
An international team of Alzheimer’s experts have identified a gene variation which could determine how quickly the disease develops after diagnosis.
‘I’ll raise a pint for Dad and funds for Alzheimer's Society’- BUPA Great North Runner teams up with his local
16 September 2010
Novice runner David Marsh, aged 48, has got together with his local pub to boost the funds he’s raising for Alzheimer’s Society by taking part in the Bupa Great North Run on 19 September.
Alison’s family make a Stirling effort for Alzheimer’s Society taking part in the Bupa Great North Run
16 September 2010
Alison Stirling, 55, from East Grinstead, and her three daughters are taking up the challenge of the Bupa Great North Run on 19 September, to raise funds for Alzheimer’s Society in honour of her mother, Pauline, whom she lost 30 years ago to the disease.
From Hollyoaks to Hollywood……and next stop Newcastle!
16 September 2010
Hollyoaks heartthrob, actor and entrepreneur Andy Newton-Lee is leaving Hollywood behind and making a special visit to the UK to take part in the Bupa Great North Run for Alzheimer’s Society.
Local sportsman’s daughter takes part in the Bupa Great North Run for Alzheimer’s Society in honour of her dad
16 September 2010
Karen Elstob, from York, is taking on the challenge of the Bupa Great North Run on 19 September to raise funds for Alzheimer’s Society in honour of her father, Gerry.
Public calls for the NHS to prioritise early diagnosis
16 September 2010
An overwhelming number of people believe that the NHS needs to make early diagnosis a priority for dementia (90%), hearing (79%) and sight loss (88%) according to a YouGov poll.
Protein-based biomarkers in blood could help accurately diagnose Alzheimer’s disease, report claims
13 September 2010
New research published in the September issue of Archives of Neurology journal suggests that testing for biomarkers in blood could help more accurately diagnose people with Alzheimer's disease.
I’m running for Dad in the Bupa Great North Run for Alzheimer’s Society
13 September 2010
Middlesborough football fan, Martin Cundy, is taking part in the Bupa Great North Run in Newcastle on 19 September in honour of his father who used to work as a nurse.
Barry McGuigan supports his look-a-like in the Bupa Great North Run for Alzheimer’s Society
10 September 2010
Boxing legend Barry McGuigan has thrown his weight behind his Sunderland doppelganger, Paul Briggs, who is taking part in the Bupa Great North Run on 19 September in honour of his mother.
'I'll take up Gran’s baton to raise funds for Alzheimer’s Society in the Bupa Great North'
9 September 2010
Newcastle actor Tony Scott George is running in the Bupa Great North Run on 19 September to raise funds for Alzheimer's Society in honour of his grandfather.
Frasier star backs Alzheimer’s Society Memory Walk
9 September 2010
Frasier star David Hyde Pierce is putting his support behind Alzheimer’s Society’s London Memory Walk.
B Vitamins halve brain shrinkage rate in people with memory impairment, study claims
8 September 2010
A major University of Oxford study has shown that daily tablets of B vitamins can halve the rate of brain atrophy in older people with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI).
Frasier star backs Alzheimer's Society Memory Walk
8 September 2010
Frasier star David Hyde Pierce is putting his support behind Alzheimer's Society's London Memory Walk.
Men are more likely to develop mild cognitive impairment than women, study claims
6 September 2010
Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) may affect more men than women research published in the journal Neurology claims.
Dementia research receives £1.5 million boost
3 September 2010
Research that could take scientists a step closer to discovering the cause of Alzheimer’s and a study on how to improve care for people with dementia in hospitals are two of nine projects announced.
KPMG achieves £1 million mark for Alzheimer’s Society ahead of target
2 September 2010
KPMG has reached its fundraising target of £1 million for its staff selected people charity, Alzheimer’s Society over one month ahead of schedule with further events still to be held.
Cancer drug model could be a potential treatment for Alzheimer’s, study claims
2 September 2010
Treatments modelled on the cancer drug Gleevec could potentially prevent the formation of amyloid plaques - one of the major hallmarks of Alzheimer’s disease according to a study.
Crosswords could delay onset of dementia but speed up eventual decline, study claims
1 September 2010
Mentally stimulating activities such as doing crosswords and reading books could slow the decline of thinking skills resulting in dementia developing later but progressing faster, a new study claims.
Shock Absorber gives support to Alzheimer’s Society in the Bupa Great Run Series
1 September 2010
Shock Absorber, the UK’s leading sports bra brand, is offering their runners in the Bupa Great North, South and Yorkshire Runs a 10% discount on its full range of sports bras.
Alzheimer’s Society survey shows vital need for well-thought through Northern Ireland dementia strategy
31 August 2010
90 per cent of people do not think people with dementia in Northern Ireland are getting enough help and support, new research by Alzheimer’s Society found.
Debating the success of Alzheimer’s research
27 August 2010
An editorial in the journal Lancet debates the problems of drug development for Alzheimer’s disease.
Insulin resistance increases risk of Alzheimer’s – new study
24 August 2010
Rising numbers of people who are resistant to insulin or who have type 2 diabetes may also have an increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease according to a new study published in Neurology.
EastEnders villain goes on the Run - to fundraise for Alzheimer’s Society
24 August 2010
Actor John Altman, best known for his role of 'Nasty' Nick Cotton in TV soap EastEnders, is heading to Sheffield to take part in the Bupa Great Yorkshire Run on 5 September for Alzheimer’s Society.
Protein linked to rheumatoid arthritis could reduce risk of Alzheimer’s disease, study claims
20 August 2010
A protein produced by people with rheumatoid arthritis completely reversed memory decline and dramatically reduced the progression of Alzheimer’s disease in mice.
Major campaign targets people worried about their memory
20 August 2010
Alzheimer’s Society have re-launched a campaign encouraging people who are worried about their memory to get help as soon as possible.
Study highlights stress of caring
18 August 2010
One of the most difficult times when caring for a person with dementia is the period before diagnosis according to a study published online in the British Medical Journal.
Study links stress to dementia
17 August 2010
Psychological stress in middle age could lead to the development of dementia later in life, especially Alzheimer’s disease, research from the University of Gothenburg, Sweden has revealed.
Research adds weight to new thinking on Alzheimer’s disease
11 August 2010
New research in worms raises questions about whether solid clumps or plaques that form in the brains of people with Alzheimer’s disease are part of disease progression or a natural part of ageing.
Robbie Savage suggests he may quit Twitter
10 August 2010
Alzheimer’s Society supporter Robbie Savage has suggested he may quit Twitter after receiving abuse at his father who has Pick’s disease.
Achieving goals empowers people with dementia
9 August 2010
Achieving personal goals can help people in the early stages of dementia manage their condition, Alzheimer’s Society research published in the American Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry has found.
Study highlights lifestyle factors that could reduce risk of dementia
5 August 2010
Researchers in the UK and France are recommending that reducing depression and diabetes, increasing education and eating more fruit and vegetables may reduce the number of people developing dementia.
High mortality rates for people with dementia reflects poor diagnosis levels, study claims
5 August 2010
People with dementia could be missing out on help and support in the early stages of the condition because of late diagnosis, according to a study published in the British Medical Journal.
Savage blow helps thousands with dementia
5 August 2010
Footballer autobiography to fund dementia research.
Memory Walk sign up request to Londoners
5 August 2010
The London Memory Walk team is calling all walkers in the capital to put on their trainers and help raise vital funds for dementia services in London.
New research suggests that people with a sleep disorder have a higher risk of developing dementia
28 July 2010
People who experience rapid eye movement sleep behaviour disorder (RBD) may go on to develop conditions such as dementia with Lewy bodies, Parkinson's disease, or multiple system atrophy.
UK in bottom third of countries for dementia drug usage
27 July 2010
The UK ranks 11th out of 14 countries for dementia drug use rates according to a report published by the Department of Health.
Large study confirms education reduces symptoms of dementia
26 July 2010
Researchers from the UK and Finland have discovered why people who stay in education longer have a lower risk of developing dementia - a question that has puzzled scientists for the past decade.
Anti-ageing gene linked to Alzheimer’s
22 July 2010
SIRT1, a gene associated with anti-ageing has been linked to the production of an Alzheimer’s protein according to a study in Cell.
Government outlines details of how it plans to address social care problems
20 July 2010
More details about how the government plans to address the problem of providing care and support for an ageing population were unveiled by Secretary of State for Health, Andrew Lansley.
Novel chemical could detect changes in amyloid in Alzheimer's disease
14 July 2010
Scientists have developed a new approach to detecting amyloid, a protein in the brain of people with Alzheimer's disease. The research was presented at ICAD.
Early diagnosis for people with dementia can reduce costs
14 July 2010
An early diagnosis of dementia followed by information and support reduces outpatient costs by almost 30 percent, claims new research presented at the International Conference on Alzheimer’s Disease.
Alzheimer's gene linked to cognitive impairment in mid-life
14 July 2010
TOMM40, a gene previously linked to Alzheimer’s Disease, has an important effect on learning and memory in middle-aged people according to research presented at the ICAD.
Insulin may help treat Alzheimer's disease study claims
14 July 2010
An insulin nasal spray could provide a possible new approach to treating Alzheimer’s disease according to new research presented at the International Conference on Alzheimer’s Disease (ICAD).
Alzheimer's Society comment on call for further support for carers
14 July 2010
Barbara Keeley MP today called for more support from health authorities, GPs and social services for carers who spend more than 50 hours a week looking after others.
Alzheimer’s Society supporter Jamie Darling is a dab hand at the local aquarium
14 July 2010
Animal Hospital presenter Jamie Darling demonstrated how fish can be good for your health on a visit to the Blue Reef Aquarium in Tynemouth on 14 July, organised by Alzheimer’s Society in Sunderland.
New research suggests seizures are more common in people with Alzheimer’s
13 July 2010
People with Alzheimer's are more than six times more likely to have seizures than people without the disease according to new research presented at the International Conference on Alzheimer's Disease.
People with Alzheimer’s at higher risk of anaemia claims study
13 July 2010
People with Alzheimer’s have a higher risk of anaemia than people without the disease according to new research presented at the International Conference of Alzheimer’s Disease (ICAD).
Therapy to target amyloid also reduces tau in Alzheimer's disease
13 July 2010
A potential new treatment for Alzheimer’s may target not one but two hallmarks associated with the disease, claims new research presented at the International Conference of Alzheimer's Disease (ICAD).
Study claims people with large heads better able to cope with Alzheimer’s disease
13 July 2010
A new study claims that people with Alzheimer’s disease who have large heads have better memory and thinking skills than those with the disease who have smaller heads, even when they have the same amount of brain cell death.
Alzheimer’s Society’s response to Government White Paper
12 July 2010
The Government has announced new measures to give doctors and patients more control of NHS services.
New research links obesity gene to Alzheimer’s disease and dementia
12 July 2010
A gene known to be linked to obesity may also be associated with an increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
Drinking tea and coffee could reduce cognitive decline claims study
12 July 2010
A regular cup of tea or coffee could significantly reduce cognitive decline according to a new study presented at the International Conference on Alzheimer’s Disease (ICAD).
UK scientists move closer to discovering cause of Alzheimer’s
12 July 2010
UK scientists are a step closer to discovering the cause of Alzheimer’s.
Large scale study supports claim exercise reduces risk of dementia
12 July 2010
Moderate to high levels of exercise can reduce the risk of developing dementia by up to 40 per cent new research claimed.
Vitamin D deficiency and cognitive impairment
12 July 2010
Vitamin D deficiency could increase the risk of cognitive impairment according to new research presented at the International Conference on Alzheimer’s Disease.
Walnuts improve learning and memory in mice study claims
12 July 2010
Eating walnuts improves brain function in mice with Alzheimer’s disease a new study has claimed. The New York based study was presented at the International Conference on Alzheimer’s Disease.
Alzheimer’s Society welcomes review into end of life care funding
12 July 2010
Health Secretary Andrew Lansley MP today announced a new review into the funding of end of life care in a speech to the International Carers Conference in Leeds.
Researchers identify a drug that makes neurons grow
8 July 2010
Scientists have identified a drug that makes new neurons grow and improves their chance of survival according to an article published in the journal Cell.
MPs and peers must unite to prevent social care system ‘breaking at the seams’
8 July 2010
Baroness Sally Greengross called on the government to act with urgency to mend the crumbling social care system after being elected Chairman of the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Dementia.
Levels of the protein clusterin in the blood could be linked to development and severity of Alzheimer’s disease
6 July 2010
Alzheimer's Society comment on new findings that higher concentrations of the protein clusterin in the blood could be associated with the development, severity and progression of Alzheimer’s disease.
Alzheimer's Society comment on study claiming Vitamin E could reduce risk of developing dementia
5 July 2010
High levels of vitamin E in the blood could be linked with a decreased risk for Alzheimer’s disease in older age a new study has suggested.
Alzheimer's Society comment on new study claiming that depression could increase risk of dementia
5 July 2010
Having depression could nearly double your risk of developing dementia, research published in Neurology suggests.
Mott The Hoople drummer speaks about his dementia for the first time
5 July 2010
Dale ‘Buffin’ Griffin, former drummer of ‘70s rock band Mott The Hoople, has been supporting Dementia Awareness Week™ by speaking publicly for the first time about his Alzheimer’s disease.
Poll finds that 31% of people would not know how to get support following a diagnosis of dementia
5 July 2010
Alzheimer’s Society has found that although 1 in 3 people over 65 will die with dementia, almost a third (31%) of people would not know how to get information and support if they received a diagnosis.
Alzheimer's Society comment on NICE's launch of new quality standards for dementia care
30 June 2010
The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) have launched quality standards on dementia, stroke and blood clots.
Tests could help predict Alzheimer’s disease progression
30 June 2010
Alzheimer's Society comment on research suggesting specific brain scans and memory tests could indicate whether people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) will go on to develop Alzheimer’s disease.
Survey claims care homes in England will receive just 0.5% more funding than last year
24 June 2010
A Laing & Buisson survey claims that local councils in England will provide care homes with on average just 0.5% more funding than last year – despite care home costs rising by an estimated 2.1%.
Dementia prioritised in revised NHS framework
21 June 2010
A revised Operating Framework for the NHS brought hope to 750,000 people with dementia and carers as the new government acknowledged failures in dementia and promised action.
Alzheimer’s Society calls for an end to dementia care postcode lottery
17 June 2010
Alzheimer's Society comment on new findings revealing that a third of PCTs do not have plans in place to say how they will implement the National Dementia Strategy for England.
Alzheimer’s Society appoints new chief executive
16 June 2010
Jeremy Hughes, currently Chief Executive of Breakthrough Breast Cancer, has been appointed as the new chief executive of Alzheimer’s Society. He takes up his appointment in November.
Government to review plans to introduce safeguarding scheme
15 June 2010
Early reports today suggest that the government is to halt plans to roll-out the Independent Safeguarding scheme (ISA) until a comprehensive review has been carried out.
Study claims apple juice could help reduce agitation and anxiety in people with dementia
15 June 2010
Apple juice could help reduce behavioural and psychotic symptoms associated with dementia according to study published in the American Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias.
Alzheimer’s Society comment on new research into the effects of amyloid on blood clots in Alzheimer’s
11 June 2010
Research published in the journal Neuron has shown that the amyloid protein, a hallmark of Alzheimer’s disease, increases the likelihood of the formation of blood clots.
Smarter spending would help to contain cost ‘timebomb’
9 June 2010
Alzheimer’s Society is supporting a call by national charity Counsel and Care to spend smarter to help the financial crisis.
Hospitals to face financial penalties for readmissions
8 June 2010
Alzheimer's Society comment on Andrew Lansley's announcement that hospitals will face financial penalties if patients are readmitted as an emergency within 30 days of being discharged.
Dead heat finish for Alzheimer’s Society celebrities in Bupa London 10,000
2 June 2010
Alzheimer’s Society supporters Chris Beardshaw and Jamie Darling romped across the finishing line together at the Bupa London 10,000 Run recording a spectacular run time of 40 minutes 29 seconds.
Alzheimer’s Society welcomes appointment of new minister for social care
21 May 2010
Alzheimer's Society comment on the appointment of Liberal Democrat MP Paul Burstow as Minister for Care Services.
Coalition government promises strong commitment to social care
20 May 2010
Alzheimer's Society comment on the coalition government's programme for government including its vision for social care.
Abdominal fat could increase risk of developing dementia claims study
20 May 2010
Higher levels of abdominal fat in middle age could increase your risk of developing dementia according a new study.
Protein in eyes of people with Down’s syndrome linked to dementia
19 May 2010
Alzheimer's Society comment on research discovering that the protein that forms plaques in the brain in Alzheimer’s disease also accumulates in the eyes of people with Down’s syndrome.
Doctors need guidance in end of life dementia care
19 May 2010
Alzheimer’s Society is calling for doctors to receive advice on palliative care for people with dementia as the General Medical Council (GMC) publishes its end of life care guidance.
Study claims caffeine could reduce risk of developing Alzheimer’s
18 May 2010
Alzheimer's Society comment on research suggesting caffeine could protect against memory impairment and lower brain levels of protein (amyloid β).
Alzheimer’s Society welcomes new appointments to CQC
18 May 2010
Alzheimer's Society comment on the Care Quality Commission's appointment of two new advisors specialising in adult social care.
Local stars lead Alzheimer’s Society team in Bupa Great Manchester Run
12 May 2010
Coronation Street's Chris Gascoyne, half of duo Dick and Dom, Richard McCourt, and actress Samantha Giles will be taking part in the Bupa Great Manchester Run to raise funds for Alzheimer's Society.
New government must keep the spotlight on dementia
11 May 2010
David Cameron was yesterday named Prime Minister and the leader of a new Conservative-Liberal Democrat coalition government.
Hung Parliament in 2010 UK elections
7 May 2010
Alzheimer's Society welcomes the fact that dementia featured in all the parties' manifestos and we look forward to working with whoever forms the next government.
Scientists investigate the cause of age related memory decline
6 May 2010
Scientists could be a step closer to understanding age related memory loss according to an article to be published in Science tomorrow (Friday 7 May 2010).
Study claims spouses of people with dementia at risk too
5 May 2010
Partners of people with dementia are more likely to develop dementia than adults whose spouse does not have the condition according to an article in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society.
All nurses need to be trained in dementia care
23 April 2010
Alzheimer’s Society is today calling for all nursing staff to receive mandatory training in dementia care as the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) close their consultation.
Contemporary swing singer Rick Guard is running up the charts AND in the Bupa Great Manchester Run for Alzheimer’s Society
22 April 2010
Lancashire swing singer Rick Guard has been raising the roof on his recent sell-out tour, and is now set to raise funds for Alzheimer’s Society.
Alan Sugar’s Apprentice gives Richard Branson a run for his money for Alzheimer’s Society
21 April 2010
Apprentice winner, Yasmina Siadatan, Oasis drummer Alan White, television presenter Richard McCourt and jazz crooner Rick Guard, are all taking part in the London Marathon on 25 April.
Obesity gene may be associated with dementia
20 April 2010
A gene linked to obesity may also be associated with dementia according to research published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.
David Van Day launches 'Gift in Celebration' range with Alzheimer’s Society
20 April 2010
David Van Day, celebrity supporter for Alzheimer’s Society, is backing the launch of the stylish ‘Gift in Celebration’ party fundraising range which is set to complement any festivity.
Where the Heart Is actress Samantha Giles calls for Bupa Great Manchester Run runners to raise funds for Alzheimer’s Society
20 April 2010
Former Emmerdale and Where the Heart Is actress Samantha Giles is taking part in the Bupa Great Manchester Run on 16 May and asking people to join her in raising funds for Alzheimer's Society.
Dementia should be no barrier to a good quality of life
15 April 2010
Only 13 per cent of people believe a person with dementia can have a good quality of life at all stages of their condition according to Alzheimer’s Society research released today (Thursday, 15 April)
Dean Andrews ditches the Quattro to run for Alzheimer’s Society
7 April 2010
Ashes to Ashes star Dean Andrews is swapping his eighties wheels for trainers having signed up for the Bupa Great Yorkshire Run on 5 September to raise funds for Alzheimer’s Society.
Hospitals need to ‘rethink’ how they provide dementia care
1 April 2010
Hospitals should rethink the way they provide care for people with dementia according to a report published today by the NHS Confederation.
Angela Rippon teams up with Plymouth Argyle
26 March 2010
Alzheimer's Society Ambassador, Broadcaster and Journalist, Angela Rippon will be guest of honour at the highly anticipated match between Plymouth Argyle and Blackpool on Saturday 27th March.
Alzheimer's Society comment on social care system reform promise
26 March 2010
Alistair Darling's budget speech (24 March 2010)
Government plans to ‘backtrack’ on ‘death tax’
22 March 2010
In today’s media there are reports that the government is planning to shelve plans for a new settlement on care and support for older people.
MPs call for better checks on how PCTs spend dementia strategy money
18 March 2010
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.
Public Accounts Committee criticises lack of dementia priority
16 March 2010
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.
Political debate on social care fails to reassure the public
15 March 2010
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 successfully.
Politicians not doing enough to improve care for older people
10 March 2010
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.
Nell McAndrew to lead team Alzheimer’s Society in Bupa Great North Run
3 March 2010
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, Bupa’s nominated charity.
Alzheimer’s Society comment on purpose of life scores reducing risk of Alzheimer’s disease
2 March 2010
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.
Leaflet launched to help hospital staff improve care to people with dementia
22 February 2010
Actor Kevin Whately is launching a new Alzheimer’s Society leaflet today (Tuesday 23 February) to help tackle poor dementia care in hospitals.
Alzheimer’s Society comment on the Care and Support conference
22 February 2010
The Health Secretary, Andy Burnham, held a conference discussing long-term care and support for older people on Friday.
Alzheimer’s Society comment on new research into causes of fronto-temporal dementia
15 February 2010
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).
Bond star Britt calls on nation to support Alzheimer’s Society’s ‘Old Jewellery Appeal’
11 February 2010
Britt Ekland, actress and Alzheimer’s Society Patron, is supporting the re-launch of Alzheimer’s Society’s Old Gold Appeal.
Alzheimer's Society comment on Terry Pratchett's Richard Dimbleby lecture
1 February 2010
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.
Alzheimer’s Society comment on House of Commons dementia debate
28 January 2010
MPs debated the progress of the government’s National Dementia Strategy in the House of Commons (Wednesday 27 January 2010).
Alzheimer’s Society Chief Executive leaves for new challenges
26 January 2010
Neil Hunt is to leave as Chief Executive of Alzheimer’s Society after nearly seven years in the role.
More change needed to match growing challenge of dementia
14 January 2010
As much as £8.2 billion is been spent inefficiently on dementia care every year a report by the National Audit Office (NAO) said today (Thursday, 14 January 2010).
Alzheimer’s Society comment on eye test to monitor death of cells on the retina
14 January 2010
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.
Alzheimer’s Society comment on BMJ research into impact of blood pressure treatments on dementia
13 January 2010
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.
Alzheimer’s Society comment on link between CETP gene and memory decline
13 January 2010
New research published in 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.
Alzheimer’s Society comment on latest study linking loss of smell and Alzheimer’s disease
12 January 2010
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.
Ambassador Fiona Phillips investigates dementia care for Dispatches
12 January 2010
Alzheimer’s Society Ambassador Fiona Phillips will investigate the care of people with dementia in the UK in a special Dispatches film, My Family and Alzheimer’s broadcast Monday 11 January 2010.
Alzheimer’s Society comment on government’s Dignity in Care Campaign
11 January 2010
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.
Alzheimer’s Society comment on study suggesting mobile phone use could protect against or reverse Alzheimer’s disease
6 January 2010
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).
Alzheimer’s Society comment on research suggesting diabetes could triple risk of dementia in some people
6 January 2010
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.
Alzheimer’s Society comment on latest report on artificial nutrition
6 January 2010
A report by the Royal College of Physicians and British Society of Gastroenterology into artificial nutrician is published today, 6 January 2010.
Charity calls on political parties to address social care failings
5 January 2010
Alzheimer’s Society is calling for political party election manifestos to address serious failings in dementia care.
