The Latest Breaking News from Dementia

The BBC is resisting reform of the Single Justice Procedure that would mean mitigation letters are always read by prosecutors

The claimants include the family of former England midfielder Norbert ‘Nobby’ Stiles, who died in 2020 after suffering from dementia.

ANALYSIS: Paul Atkinson and Sally Sheard say the decision reflects a cautious and evidence-based approach that protects patients and public funds

The UK’s National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (Nice) has declined to recommend two new Alzheimer’s drugs for routine NHS use in England. While disappointing for some families affected by dementia, this decision reflects a cautious and evidence-based approach that protects patients and public funds.

Dementia affects over 57 million people worldwide – and this number is only projected to grow. By 2030, 78 million people are estimated to have dementia. By 2050, it’s projected that number will reach 139 million people.

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‘I don’t think you should expose your dad to the public! He is vulnerable!’ a commenter on Instagram wrote

Family business goes public.

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Bruce Willis’ daughter Tallulah has shared some personal photos of her father enjoying family time as the Hollywood actor navigates his dementia diagnosis.

Having a diagnosis can improve a patient’s life in a number of ways