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Information Tag: Information. What we think about dementia diagnosis Find out what we think about dementia diagnosis rates in England, Northern Ireland and Wales, and our focus on early diagnosis and regional inequalities. Read more
Real stories Helping others after a dementia diagnosis Gill Taylor, who was initially diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, started an art group for people with dementia. Gill Taylor, who was initially diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, started an art group for people with dementia. ... 01 June 2023
Information Tag: Information. Improving access to a timely and accurate diagnosis of dementia in England, Wales and Northern Ireland Alzheimer’s Society’s latest report examines the barriers to getting a timely and accurate diagnosis identified by people living with dementia, researchers and clinicians and builds a consensus on recommendations to overcome them. Read more
Real stories Without a dementia diagnosis, Mum wouldn't have the support she needs Koula spoke to a doctor after noticing problems with her memory, but it took several years for her to get a diagnosis of young-onset Alzheimer's disease. Her daughter Zoe explains the challenges they've faced and what a diagnosis means for them both. Koula spoke to a doctor after noticing problems with her memory, but it took several years for her to get a diagnosis of young-onset Alzheimer's disease. Her daughter Zoe explains the challenges they've faced and what a diagnosis means for them both. ... 28 April 2023
Advice What is the difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s disease? Dementia is a condition where problems with memory or other types of thinking make it hard for a person to do everyday activities by themselves. It can be caused by several different diseases that affect the brain. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia. Dementia is a condition where problems with memory or other types of thinking make it hard for a person to do everyday activities by themselves. It can be caused by several different diseases that affect the brain. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia. ... 21 February 2023
Research Why spotting the early signs of dementia is so important There is currently no cure for dementia, but recognising the early signs and symptoms is still very important. We explore why spotting the early signs matters for everyone affected by dementia and why we support research to improve diagnosis. There is currently no cure for dementia, but recognising the early signs and symptoms is still very important. We explore why spotting the early signs matters for everyone affected by dementia and why we support research to improve diagnosis. ... 16 February 2023
Real stories My dementia diagnosis experience was abhorrent so I became a campaigner When John was diagnosed with young-onset Alzheimer’s disease, it was a huge shock to him and his family. He received little support after the news was delivered and is now campaigning to improve the diagnosis experience. When John was diagnosed with young-onset Alzheimer’s disease, it was a huge shock to him and his family. He received little support after the news was delivered and is now campaigning to improve the diagnosis experience. ... 07 September 2022
Real stories Being persistent with the GP about my dementia symptoms has benefitted me Gina recognised something was wrong but it was a challenge to make the GP listen to her concerns. Committed to finding an answer, Gina persisted. She eventually received a diagnosis of vascular dementia, which helps her to continue living a good quality life. Gina recognised something was wrong but it was a challenge to make the GP listen to her concerns. Committed to finding an answer, Gina persisted. She eventually received a diagnosis of vascular dementia, which helps her to continue living a good quality life. ... 05 September 2022
Real stories My dad’s dementia diagnosis is a shock for our family In this story, an anonymous writer talks about her dad, who has recently been diagnosed with dementia. She shares fond memories of her dad who is 'always dancing' and talks about her struggles dealing with his diagnosis. In this story, an anonymous writer talks about her dad, who has recently been diagnosed with dementia. She shares fond memories of her dad who is 'always dancing' and talks about her struggles dealing with his diagnosis. ... 30 June 2022
Real stories Making a dementia service more accessible to Deaf BSL users Deaf British Sign Language (BSL) users can face significant barriers to getting a timely dementia diagnosis. A service in Bristol is working with Deaf people to become more accessible. Deaf British Sign Language (BSL) users can face significant barriers to getting a timely dementia diagnosis. A service in Bristol is working with Deaf people to become more accessible. ... 01 June 2022
Information Tag: Information. Diagnosing dementia: A practical guide to assessment Diagnosing dementia: A practical guide to assessment is a booklet for anyone worried about possible signs of dementia, including memory problems, for themself or someone else. It sets out clearly how dementia can be diagnosed. Read more
Information Tag: Information. Checklist for possible dementia symptoms If you're worried that your symptoms could be signs of dementia, use our checklist to help describe your symptoms to a GP or health professional. Read more
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