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World Dementia Council meets for the first time
Alzheimer’s Society 'Whilst a leader, Britain cannot stand alone in tackling dementia – it is an issue affecting people worldwide that requires a global solution. Alzheimer's Society has pledged to spend at least £100m on dementia research in the next decade and we are … World Dementia Council Holds Inaugural Meeting; Commits To Mobilizing … |
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New Facebook app gives you a glimpse into dementia – CBS News
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New Facebook app gives you a glimpse into dementia
CBS News Alzheimer's Research UK has developed an app called FaceDementia, which creates an experience that replicates the symptoms of dementia — memory loss, difficulty in communicating and confusion. "Facebook's appeal is that it can gather your friends and … |
Despite efforts, stigma still shrouds Alzheimers – Simcoe.com
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Despite efforts, stigma still shrouds Alzheimers
Simcoe.com It demonstrates a prime struggle with dementia and Alzheimer's disease, despite the rising number of cases, estimated at 7,200 in Simcoe County. “There's still a stigma, whether we like it or not. Even today, people still don't like to talk about it. I … Milton Keynes group offers activities for younger people with dementia Wokingham group reaching out to dementia sufferers Alzheimer's Society plans for awareness week |
Every NHS staff member will have dementia training by 2018 – Alzheimer’s Society
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Every NHS staff member will have dementia training by 2018
Alzheimer’s Society The commitment runs in parallel to plans aiming to make sure that NHS higher education courses include dementia training in their curriculum, in recognition that dementia has a widespread impact on society, including on the NHS. The training will … |
Alzheimer Disease, Lewy Body, and Parkinson Dementia – Medscape
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Alzheimer Disease, Lewy Body, and Parkinson Dementia
Medscape Dementia is a syndrome characterized by cognitive degeneration that primarily affects older adults and results in the disruption of activities of daily living (ADLs). Dementia takes many forms, including Alzheimer disease (AD), vascular dementia … |
FaceDementia makes you experience Alzheimer’s – West – Welfare Society Territory
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FaceDementia makes you experience Alzheimer's
West – Welfare Society Territory A facebook app against dementia. It's FaceDementia, an app launched by the Alzheimer's Research UK, the major British charity for dementia and Alzheimer's disease. How does it work? You can log in with your Facebook profile, and the app uses the … Dementia Facebook app to raise awareness of the illness App simulates dementia symptoms Facebook App Simulates Dementia |
Silvio Berlusconi to start community service on May 9 – Deccan Chronicle
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Silvio Berlusconi to start community service on May 9
Deccan Chronicle Paolo Pigni, head of the Catholic-run Fondazione Sacra Famiglia near Milan, told a press conference "the former prime minister will arrive on May 9" and work in the part of the centre dedicated to caring for people with dementia and Alzheimer's disease. |
Berlusconi to do community service with Alzheimer’s patients – The Guardian
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Berlusconi to do community service with Alzheimer's patients
The Guardian Paolo Pigni, head of the Catholic-run Fondazione Sacra Famiglia, near Milan, said the former Italian prime minister would work in the part of the centre dedicated to caring for people with dementia and Alzheimer's disease. The media magnate – who has … Silvio Berlusconi to work with Alzheimer's patients |
Dementia, Alzheimer’s caregiver conference May 17 – Newnan Times-Herald
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Dementia, Alzheimer's caregiver conference May 17
Newnan Times-Herald An educational conference for caregivers of those suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's disease will be held May 17 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Whitesburg Recreation Center, 50 Booster Field Drive in Whitesburg. For more details call 678-400-0198. |
Cambridgeshire charity Alzheimer’s Research UK demonstrates impact of … – Cambridge News
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Cambridgeshire charity Alzheimer's Research UK demonstrates impact of …
Cambridge News A moving website app which shows social media users what it would be like to have dementia has been launched by Alzheimer's Research UK. FaceDementia is designed to simulate symptoms experienced by people with the condition by using a person's … FaceDementia makes you experience Alzheimer's Dementia Facebook app to raise awareness of the illness Facebook App Simulates Dementia |