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Health Matters : Dementia

Dementia: How to spot the early signs

There are about 800,000 people in the UK with dementia and this is expected to double over the next 40 years. It's more likely to affect people over 65, but can affect younger people. Yet many are unaware of how to spot the early signs or what to do next. Dan Parton reports.

Delaying the onset of dementia

Looking after your mind and body could help ward off dementia – but what are the best ways to do this? Robert Mair reports.

Signs of dementia

Dementia is a life-changing disease – but what are the key signs you need to watch for? Robert Mair reports.

Picking up the pieces

David Wright was a high powered businessman before being diagnosed with a rare form of dementia. Robert Mair met his wife Sarah.

Dementia: The benefits of positive care

Dr Joe McShane has seen first-hand what effect dementia can have on a loved one, and he is using his experiences to improve the quality of care for others. By Dan Parton.

Dementia: My personal hell

Ken Clasper struggled with dementia, but a specialist drug gave him improved quality of life. Dan Parton spoke to him.

Life with dementia

Some people claim Dementia can give you a new lease of life. Dan Parton spoke to the SDWG about turning diagnosis into a force for good.

Dementia explained

Dementia is an age-related syndrome that affects nearly 600,000 people in the UK and that number is rising. In this article Dr Lynda Shaw explains the most common forms, symptoms and prevention.

Dementia - making the most out of life

People with Dementia can still enjoy life and also take active steps to lessen the effects of the condition urges ageing specialist Dr Lynda Shaw.

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