Alzheimer’s Research UK (ARUK) has launched a new film entitled ‘Together. For A Cure. Now.’
You can view the film here: https://youtu.be/xnhVvmPdwCA?si=1QRuB_lxD8Y1RmA3
Find out more about ARUK’s ‘For a Cure’ campaign here: https://www.alzheimersresearchuk.org/campaign/for-a-cure/
New findings have called into question the “amyloid hypothesis” for Alzheimer’s disease, which holds that clumps of amyloid beta protein in the brain are the primary cause of the disease. Work by neuroscientist Matthew Schrag, published in the US journal Science, suggests that data underpinning the hypothesis are flawed. Several top Alzheimer’s researchers in the…
A study is looking for contributors who can help researchers understand current recruitment practices of ethnically diverse participants in ageing and dementia-related research, and the barriers and facilitators researchers experience that affect their inclusive recruitment practices. If you wish to take part, the survey is here: https://redcap.idhs.ucl.ac.uk/surveys/?s=PKRC3KYH9WFJXDCF
Four innovative products assisting people with dementia have been identified as part of Alzheimer’s Society’s Accelerator Programme, which fosters creative ideas in the field. The products are Start Voice Control, which will help reduce distress among those experiencing communication difficulties; the Music Project, which will enhance life through music and meaningful activity; Smart Socks from…
A new Alzheimer’s Society survey has highlighted how difficult the Christmas period is for many people living with dementia. Alongside the results of this survey, Nicky and Adrian Moorey have shared their experiences of Adrian’s dementia. Read more here: https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/news/2023-12-4/heart-breaking-christmas-people-dementia-revealed
Alzheimer’s Disease International (ADI) are looking for examples of dementia rehabilitation programmes to potentially include in ADI’s 2025 World Alzheimer Report to be published in September. If you want to share any examples, email Chloe Benoist c.benoist@alzint.org For more information about rehabilitation and dementia, the recording of ADI’s 21 January webinar is here: https://youtu.be/5FLNyEIEc80?si=rlax3LiUa0Xnh2BM
A webinar on dementia-friendly dining is scheduled for World Alzheimer’s Day on 21 September, courtesy of Quality Compliance Systems (QCS) and apetito. Taking place at 11am the webinar – titled “Best Practice Dining for People with Dementia” – will be led by Jackie Pool, a dementia care champion at QCS, Senga Currie, QCS head of…