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Alzheimer's Society Blog
3d ago
Judith Fowler tells us about her marathon experience and why she took on the Thames Path Challenge 100k. She also shares her best running tips and ideas for fundraising ..read more
Alzheimer's Society Blog
3d ago
We are delighted to announce that Carol and Stuart Jennings have become Vice-Presidents of Alzheimer’s Society. The couple have contributed a vast amount to the field of dementia research, and here we share some of their incredible achievements ..read more
Alzheimer's Society Blog
3w ago
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 ..read more
Alzheimer's Society Blog
3w ago
Understanding the differences between men and women in their risk of dementia could help scientists develop better treatments. We discuss these differences, as well as why dementia researchers still have a long way to go to fully understand them ..read more
Alzheimer's Society Blog
3w ago
Raymond and Cynthia James have been married for nearly 55 years. They share the story of how they met and how their relationship has helped them face his Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis together. ..read more
Alzheimer's Society Blog
3w ago
Mark Preston was in his forties when he was diagnosed with a rare form of dementia. His wife Caroline, with whom he has a three-year-old son, shares their powerful story ..read more
Alzheimer's Society Blog
3w ago
Ananga and Jo Moonesinghe discuss all things life, from how they met and getting married, to their experience with Ananga's Alzheimer's disease diagnosis and the couple's hopes for the future. ..read more
Alzheimer's Society Blog
1M ago
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 ..read more
Alzheimer's Society Blog
1M ago
Here are some ways family members and primary carers can approach the difficult question, 'What do I say to someone with dementia in residential care who wants to go home ..read more
Alzheimer's Society Blog
1M ago
We’re delighted to announce Lavina Mehta MBE has become an Ambassador for Alzheimer’s Society. Lavina tells us why she’s so passionate about raising awareness of dementia in the South Asian community, and about the links between exercise and dementia ..read more