Alzheimer's Disease

Over 40,000 people with dementia are reported missing for the first time in the UK every year

Ad Feature Appeal launched to safeguard digital database for dementia patients

We've been awarded a national honour for our work on dementia studies

New research suggests that drinking tap water could be putting millions of people living in the UK at a greater risk of dementia.

New research warns of 'link' between soft water and dementia

The new blood test can remove barriers to an early diagnosis

Ad Feature Blood test which can help detect early Alzheimer’s launches in the UK

Lecanemab is designed to target and clear a protein called amyloid from patient’s brains (Photo: Adobe)

Lecanemab UK: what is it and how much does Alzheimer's drug cost?

Serial thief Kier Ruffell crept into the woman's home in South Shields, South Tyneside, in April .

Dying mum robbed of last trip to beach by South Shields car thief

Former London mayor Ken Livingstone is suffering from Alzheimer’s disease.

Breaking Ken Livingstone suffering from Alzheimer’s, family announces

Headband created that can detect Alzheimer’s disease

Alzheimer’s disease: New vaccine ‘could reduce or prevent’ impact of illness and ‘eliminate toxic cells’

Alzheimer’s disease: Scientists believe new vaccine offers ‘fresh hope

Tony Bennett has died aged 96

Breaking Legendary singer Tony Bennett dies aged 96

Fiona Phillips attends Theirworld's Annual International Woman's Day Breakfast on March 07, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images for Theirworld)

Fiona Phillips announces she has Alzheimer’s disease aged 62

More deaths in South Tyneside last year.

Nearly 2,000 deaths in South Tyneside last year

Nora Forster and John Lydon attend the BMI Awards at The Dorchester on October 15, 2013 in London, England. (Photo by Ben A. Pruchnie/Getty Images)

Breaking Wife of Sex Pistols star John Lydon dies

A Mediterranean diet slashes the risk of dementia by nearly a quarter, according to new research.

Mediterranean diet slashes risk of dementia by almost a quarter

John Lydon is competing to represent Ireland in the Eurovision Song Contest.

Sex Pistols’ John Lydon competing to represent Ireland in Eurovision

Findings of a clinical trial involving a new Alzheimer's drug Lecanemab have been published

New Alzheimer’s drug Lecanemab hailed ‘momentous’ by experts in trial
A clinical trial has shown some positive findings for a new Alzheimer’s drug called Lecanemab.
Chelsie Sewell

Barbara Windsor, best known for her roles in EastEnders and the Carry On films, has died aged 83. Photo by PA.

Actress Dame Barbara Windsor dies aged 83

EastEnders and Carry On star Dame Barbara Windsor has died, aged 83

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Watch the moving moment a former ballerina with Alzheimer’s remembers dancing to...

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Excess deaths in South Tyneside reach 17%

South Tyneside deaths up 17% in nine months

Today is World Alzheimer's Day - here’s how to spot symptoms and offer support(Photo: Shutterstock)

Today is World Alzheimer's Day - here’s how to spot symptoms and offer support

The test could detect signs of the disease 20 years before symptoms show (Photo: Shutterstock)

A new blood test could spot Alzheimer's disease years before symptoms appear

A combination of different factors have been suggested to help reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer’s (Photo: Shutterstock)

Certain lifestyle habits may reduce risk of Alzheimer’s by up to 60% - here's wh...

This is what you need to know about the link between negative thoughts and dementia (Photo: Shutterstock)

Negative thinking may lead to dementia according to a new study - here’s what yo...

Mavis Dowell outside her home.

Great-grandmother’s surprise street party as she celebrates 90th birthday in iso...
A great-grandmother was thrown a surprise party from her front door as she celebrated her 90th birthday in isolation.
Sarah Sinclair

September 21 is World Alzheimer's Day.

How you can do your bit for World Alzheimer's Day

An estimated 850,000 people are living with dementia in the UK.

What is dementia and how can you reduce your risk?

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A new Alzheimer's study has linked alcohol to dementia

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How to spot the early signs of dementia and Alzheimer's disease

A couple of glasses of wine a day really do help clear your mind

Scientists develop blood test that could spot Alzheimer's

Tucking into a curry can fight dementia

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Alzheimer's protein study welcomed by experts

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Saunas really are good for your heart

Grandpa's Great Escape.

TV Choice: Five of the best shows this week

Three or four cups of coffee a day does you more good than harm

Today is International Women's Day. Who do you admire, and why?

International Women's Day 2017: The women we admire

Sunderland Royal Hospital.

Coroner calls for improvements at hospital after elderly man dies in '˜poor cir...

Stapleton House Care Home, Borough Road Jarrow

Hospital discharged terminally ill man at 11pm '“ inquest hears he died just day...

Former Bishop of Durham Dr David Jenkins.

Controversial ex-Bishop of Durham Dr David Jenkins dies at 91

Microbes

Scientists link virus and bacteria to development of dementia

Bill Parker, who died at the age of 68, coached and played cricket and rugby.

Hundreds pay respects to sporting stalwart Bill Parker

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