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New blood test measures biomarkers for detection of early Alzheimer’s disease

New blood test measures biomarkers for detection of early Alzheimer’s disease

PharmaKure’s innovative blood test can identify those at high risk of Alzheimer’s disease
New Alzheimer’s drug too good to be true?

New Alzheimer’s drug too good to be true?

Lecanemab is the first drug to change the course of Alzheimer’s disease, but two deaths during its clinical trial have raised questions about the drug’s safety.
No more heading the ball: The health hazards of the beautiful game

No more heading the ball: The health hazards of the beautiful game

Scotland is leading the way in responding to football related head injuries
Is Alzheimer’s disease primarily a women’s health issue?

Is Alzheimer’s disease primarily a women’s health issue?

There are 50 million Alzheimer’s disease patients worldwide two-thirds of whom are women, why is this?
The Father: Exploring the horrors of dementia

The Father: Exploring the horrors of dementia

Anthony Hopkins and Olivia Colman shine in The Father, an Oscar-nominated play adaptation
ASDA Supermarket Trials an “Inclusive Hour” in Manchester

ASDA Supermarket Trials an “Inclusive Hour” in Manchester

The supermarket chain has announced a new trial that gives people with hidden disabilities the opportunity to feel safe whilst doing their food shop.

Alan Shearer’s BBC documentary puts spotlight on dementia and football

The documentary, which aired on Sunday the 12th, focused on the link between heading and dementia

Funding boost for Manchester Alzheimer’s researcher

The award will be used to fund a project that could greatly enhance our understanding of dementia