New understanding of rapid Alzheimer’s progression
The breakthrough could open the way for more precise diagnoses and treatments, say researchers
Work of Calvert Reconnections highlighted by BBC
The pioneering neurorehab centre is transforming lives through its use of traditional and outdoor therapies
It’s more than just colouring in!
Aimee Clark, an activity coordinator at Renovo Care Group, explains her role and the positive difference activities can make to a person's life
Fewer psychiatric beds linked to rise in prison numbers
A 90 per cent decrease in the number of NHS psychiatric beds is linked to a trebling of the total prison population, new research has revealed. The study found that between 1960 and 2019 the number of psychiatric beds reduced by 93 per cent. And over time, the prison population increased by 208 per cent, and the number of female prisoners more than quadrupled. The research, from Newcastle University, is the first to analyse almost 60 years of annual data on NHS bed numbers and the prison population in England using time lag analysis.
‘Mini brains’ can unlock dementia breakthroughs
A husband-and-wife research team have discovered the means to make a thousand ‘mini brains’ at a time, inspiring hope of new discoveries about dementia.
Strokes and death rate drop since 1990, study reveals
The worldwide incidence and mortality rates for stroke decreased slightly from 1990 to 2019, but the overall numbers are still high, especially in high- and middle-income countries, according to a new study.
Distress of nurses and midwives during COVID-19 laid bare
“Extremely concerning” levels of psychological distress were seen among the UK’s nurses and midwives during the COVID-19 pandemic, new research has revealed.
‘Seek stroke treatment without delay’
People must not delay seeking medical attention for stroke due to fears around rising COVID-19 rates, The Stroke Association has warned.
Lonely this Christmas – the reality of living with dementia
A sixth of people with dementia spent Christmas Day last year alone, leaving families struggling with feelings of guilt and anger over their ‘lost Christmas’, new findings from the Alzheimer’s Society have revealed.
The Walton Centre appoints new non-exec directors
The UK’s only hospital trust specialising in neurology and neurosurgery has added further expertise to its senior team with two new appointments to its board.
