Research ‘I’m just doing my bit to help’ - Rapid testing for coronavirus using saliva Since the pandemic started, it has been important to test as many people as possible for coronavirus. This helps to understand its spread. Fundraiser Sarah talks about a pilot she’s involved in that uses a rapid coronavirus test and has big ambitions. 28 October 2020 0
Advice Why everyone affected by dementia should take up an offer of the flu jab Flu vaccination, or the flu jab, is available every year on the NHS. Here's why it's important that all people affected by dementia take up an offer to have this vaccine. 20 October 2020
Research Infections and dementia Several infections have been suggested to increase risk of Alzheimer's disease, but the evidence behind it is not clear cut.
Advice Pressure ulcers - other resources Here you will find more helpful resources around pressure ulcers.
Information Tips for preventing pressure ulcers Tips for carers on how they can help to prevent pressure ulcers in people with dementia.
Advice Treatment of pressure ulcers The most important part of any treatment for pressure ulcers is to remove the cause of the pressure or friction and help the person to move around where possible.
Advice Spotting the signs of pressure ulcers Find out how to spot the signs of pressure ulcers in people with dementia.
Advice Pressure ulcers and bedsores Pressure ulcers - also called pressure sores or bedsores - can develop if someone spends too long sitting or lying in one position. They are a particular risk for people with dementia.
Advice End of life care and physical needs A person with dementia may have physical needs at the end of their life that you will need to understand.
Advice UTIs and dementia - other resources Here you will find a list of other organisations who could help with UTIs and dementia, along with further useful information.
Advice Tips to prevent UTIs in people with dementia The following tips can help to reduce the risk of a UTI in someone with dementia.
Information UTIs and delirium UTIs in someone with dementia can cause a significant and distressing change in someone’s behaviour that is commonly referred to as ‘acute confusional state’ or ‘delirium’
