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It’s just a first step, but this new Alzheimer’s drug could be a huge breakthrough

Recent lecanemab trials are reason for hope, although health services may struggle to deliver treatments, says dementia researcher Jonathan Schott

The Guardian - UK

Alzheimer's disease could be slowed down by new drug as NHS urged to speed up testing

Lecanemab could mark 'the end of the beginning' in the decades-long fight against dementia, geneticist Prof Sir John Hardy said. The drug was found to reduce brain decline in those with mild dementia

Daily Mirror

Breakthrough Alzheimer’s drug could be in UK use in a year but only for minority

Only 5% of patients eligible for the drug will be able to access it – and most of these will be private cases, experts have said.

The Independent UK

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Signs of dementia could be detected nine years ahead of diagnosis – new research

The findings could help select those suitable for clinical trials for new treatments.

The Independent UK

Rugby authorities urged to cut out contact training to reduce the risk of motor neurone disease

New research has found evidence of an increased risk of motor neurone disease among former rugby players

The Independent UK

Rugby players are 15 times more likely to develop motor neurone disease, research finds

A study examined health outcomes of 412 male, Scottish, former international rugby players

Wales Online

Rugby chiefs urged to end contact training to reduce motor neurone disease risk

A study led by the University of Glasgow looked at former Scotland internationals.

The Independent UK

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Rugby players 15 times more likely to develop motor neurone disease, new research finds

Research led by the University of Glasgow found evidence of an increased risk of motor neurone disease among former rugby players

The Independent UK

Rugby authorities urged to cut out contact training to reduce the risk of MND

Research led by the University of Glasgow found evidence of an increased risk of motor neurone disease among former rugby players.

The Independent UK

Suicide risk ‘almost seven times higher’ after dementia diagnosis

Researchers say their findings indicate clinics should target suicide risk assessment at patients diagnosed before the age of 65

The Independent UK

Suicide risk ‘almost seven times higher’ after dementia diagnosis

Researchers say their findings indicate clinics should target suicide risk assessment at patients diagnosed before the age of 65.

The Independent UK

London Marathon 2022: Big Ben trikes again as GP dons costume for charity

Simon Phillips, from Dorset, said he ‘jumped at the chance’ to wear the costume, taking the reins from Lukas Bates

Evening Standard

Big Ben strikes again at London Marathon as GP dons costume for charity

Simon Phillips, from Dorset, said he ‘jumped at the chance’ to wear the costume, taking the reins from Lukas Bates.

The Independent UK

Success of experimental Alzheimer’s drug hailed as ‘historic moment’

Study shows cognition in early-stage patients on lecanemab declines by 27% less than those on placebo

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Drug shown to slow memory decline in Alzheimer's patients in 'historic' breakthrough

Alzheimer's Research UK said this is the first later-stage trial of an Alzheimer's drug 'in a generation' to successfully slow cognitive decline

Daily Record

Alzheimer's drug is world's first shown to slow symptoms in 'historic' breakthrough

The success of an experimental drug offers new hope to people affected by the cruel disease.

Wales Online

Major breakthrough for dementia and Alzheimer's as drug found to reduce decline

Alzheimer’s Research UK said the finding was a “historic moment for dementia research”

The Independent UK

‘Major breakthrough’ as dementia drug found to ‘slow cognitive decline’

The new clinical trial found that there was a significant reduction in the decline in memory and thinking usually seen in early-stage patients.

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Lanarkshire MP backs call to get more participants for dementia clinical trials

New figures reveal significantly fewer people are taking part in dementia research compared to other health conditions.

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Newcastle University gets £720,000 funding towards hunt for drug to treat rare dementia

Work continues in Newcastle to understand dementia with Lewy Bodies - the disease which actor Robin Williams suffered from.

Daily Mirror

Loss of smell from Covid could increase Alzheimer's disease risk, warns new research

The long-term impact of Covid continues to surprise scientists, with new discoveries found almost weekly. Researchers now warn the risk of developing Alzheimer’s may be heightened due to the inflammation link

The Independent UK

Liver disease may be linked to a higher risk of dementia, study suggests

People who also have heart disease, or who have had a stroke, might have an even higher risk of dementia, researchers said.

The Independent UK

Scientist receives £235,000 for dementia research

The funding will go towards research in Scotland on how to reverse the damaging changes to the brain in the early stages of Alzheimer’s.

Daily Record

Major £235k dementia research boost for Dundee University scientist

Top academic Dr Fiona McLean is looking into Alzheimer’s disease.

Manchester Evening News

The incredible £3 million Lake District home won by an NHS nurse after buying a £20 raffle ticket

The extravagant residence overlooks Lake Windermere

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