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Dementia doll abuse carers at Rochdale nursing home detained
BBC News The 29-bedroom nursing home which cares for people with dementia and Alzheimer's disease was placed in special measures earlier this year by the Care Quality Commission. The CQC said in a statement after sentencing it was "pleased" with the outcome … Carers who abused patients with a dementia doll have been jailed |
Carers who abused patients with a dementia doll have been jailed – Metro
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Carers who abused patients with a dementia doll have been jailed
Metro … jailed for tormenting dementia patients by torturing their 'comfort doll'. Shauna Higgin, 20, and Victoria Johnson, 23, shared videos and pictures of them 'harming' the dolls, which are used as a therapeutic tool by elderly dementia and Alzheimer's … Pair who mistreated elderly patients to be sentenced |
Alzheimer’s disease: Dementia prevalence is declining among US adults – International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK |
Alzheimer's disease: Dementia prevalence is declining among US adults
International Business Times UK Dementia refers to a a set of symptoms that may include cognitive problems such as memory loss and difficulties with thinking, problem-solving or language. Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia. Amyloid plaques and tangles build up … Elderly with Superior Memory Found to Have 'Hallmarks' of Alzheimer's Some Alzheimer's Patients Seem to be “Resistant” to Memory Loss The Doctor Is In: Alzheimer's Disease & Caregiving |
Alzheimer, dementia rates decline but aging America may halt trend – Press Herald
International Business Times UK |
Alzheimer, dementia rates decline but aging America may halt trend
Press Herald Obesity rates also increased, while dementia was most common among underweight adults. Previous research has shown weight loss may precede dementia by several years and that late-life obesity may be healthier than being underweight. But a journal … Alzheimer's disease: Dementia prevalence is declining among US adults Alzheimer's Society responds as researchers report decline in the prevalence of dementia in USA U.S. dementia rates declining, study finds |
Alzheimer’s Society responds as researchers report decline in the prevalence of dementia in USA – Alzheimer’s Society
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Alzheimer's Society responds as researchers report decline in the prevalence of dementia in USA
Alzheimer’s Society The downward trend has emerged amid a rising tide of three factors that are thought to raise dementia risk – diabetes, high blood pressure and obesity. Those with the most years of education had the lowest chances of developing dementia, according to … |
Care workers in ‘dementia doll’ abuse storm at nursing home are jailed – Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News |
Care workers in 'dementia doll' abuse storm at nursing home are jailed
Manchester Evening News It was alleged vulnerable residents had been tormented by abuse of 'therapy' dolls used by those with dementia and Alzheimer's. Higgin, 20, and Johnson, 23, were quizzed by officers before being charged in relation to alleged incidents between December … Pair who mistreated elderly patients to be sentenced |
Calls for more research as dementia becomes Burton and South Derbyshire’s biggest killer – Burton Mail
Burton Mail |
Calls for more research as dementia becomes Burton and South Derbyshire's biggest killer
Burton Mail Dementia and Alzheimer's disease has become the leading cause of death in England and Wales for the first time, new figures show. An ageing population and better diagnosis of the condition has led to dementia and Alzheimer's knocking heart disease from … |
Alzheimer’s, dementia caregivers face a daily struggle to support loved ones – Daily Herald
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Alzheimer's, dementia caregivers face a daily struggle to support loved ones
Daily Herald Ben Ivey gives a brief smile while his wife, Kathleen Ivey, holds his hand during lunch Thursday, Nov. 10, 2016, at Deseret Care Center in Millcreek. Ben has had Alzheimer's disease for 11 years, and his wife and also caregiver recently decided to put … |
Three glasses of champagne a week can help prevent Alzheimer’s or dementia – Belfast Live
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Three glasses of champagne a week can help prevent Alzheimer's or dementia
Belfast Live Could not subscribe, try again laterInvalid Email. Drinking three glasses of champagne a week can help prevent dementia and Alzheimer's disease, scientists have found. A compound found in Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier grapes used to make many bubblies … |
Guardian crossword labels dementia ‘a form of insanity’ – The Independent
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Guardian crossword labels dementia 'a form of insanity'
The Independent The most common type of dementia is Alzheimer's disease and George McNamara, Head of Policy at Alzheimer's Society, said those who have it often express concerns over misconceptions of the condition. “We were deeply disappointed with the phrasing … |
