The Latest Breaking News from Dementia

Analysis shows a 23 per cent gap in diagnosis rates between boroughs

England has one of the highest dementia diagnosis rates in the world

Diagnosis rates recovering after slump during pandemic with figures close to hitting national target

NHS data also shows diagnosis rate misses target and remains below pre-pandemic levels

Dementia can cause serious impairments in brain function. Over time, memory issues, confusion, and personality changes become more prominent. Individuals with this degenerative neurological condition may experience forgetfulness, difficulty performing daily tasks, language problems, and trouble making decisions. Some changes brought on by dementia can be subtle, including alterations in…

NHS figures show underdiagnosis of Lewy bodies and frontotemporal dementias

Medicare and Medicare Advantage provide some coverage for dementia, beginning with the diagnosis.

The study revealed that lowering systolic blood pressure below the clinically safe threshold of 120 mmHg over time may slightly reduce an individual's risk of developing dementia, particularly among Black and Latino groups.

Renowned actor James B. Sikking, known for 'Hill Street Blues,' passes away at 90 due to Dementia. His versatile career spanned TV, film, and stage.

Letter: Readers respond to Michael Aylwin’s article about his wife’s dementia

Exclusive: Errol Dixon, 72, who has mild dementia and cancer, was stopped in his car by police officers in south London on 13 September 2021