On Wednesday 4 December 2024, people across the UK dressed up as elves to raise money and awareness for Alzheimer's Society. During the rest of December our supporters are still hosting their events ...

Evidence shows that excessive alcohol consumption increases a person’s risk of developing dementia. Drinking alcohol in moderation has not been conclusively linked to an increased risk of dementia. If ...

Healthy teeth and gums are important to living well. For someone with dementia, taking care of their teeth and gums can become increasingly difficult. You are here: Dental and mouth care Supporting a ...

Are you ready to brave a bold new look in the name of dementia? Join our hair challenge and dial up the drama with a colourful new 'do! Whether it's dyeing your hair or beard for 14 or 30 days, sign ...

Are you ready to brave a bold new look in the name of dementia? Join our hair challenge and dial up the drama with a colourful new 'do! Whether it's dyeing your hair or beard for 14 or 30 days, sign ...

‘Evolving situation’ Elaine praises the medical care she received after her diagnosis.But it took a while to find the right combination of drugs to stabilise her symptoms. During a trip to see her ...

The symptoms of dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB) can be different to other types of dementia. We visited our GP several times after we first noticed that something was wrong with my husband Charles in ...

Feeling alone as a carer Although Alex received support from Alzheimer’s Society after his mum’s diagnosis, mainly to make sense of lasting power of attorney, he continued to feel very alone and ...

Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) can be hard to diagnose, because it is an uncommon type of dementia and does not cause memory problems at first. However, there are some ways to diagnose FTD including ...

How can dementia affect a person's appetite? A person with dementia may lose interest in food. They may refuse to eat it or may spit it out. The person may become angry or agitated, or behave in a ...

What care and support is available for people affected by dementia in Wales? Friends and family who care for a person with dementia who is living at home may also need support to carry out this role.

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