Dementia

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

Family tribute to 'devoted' ex-Blackpool teacher Simon Gettings killed when his vehicle was hit by a train on level crossing

Tribute to ex-Blackpool teacher killed by train on level crossing

Incredible Frida Kahlo-inspired artwork on display in stunning new exhibition

Incredible Frida Kahlo-inspired artwork on display in new exhibition

A yellow health warning has been issued by the UK Health Security Agency across Lancashire today

Scorching temperatures as heat health alert issued

Blackpool counsellor, educator and doctoral researcher Alan Gaynor is to publish a new book inspired by his family's dementia journey.

Blackpool counsellor turns family heartbreak into new book

A colourful new mural featuring flamingos has been unveiled at Over Wyre Medical Centre

Colourful new flamingo mural unveiled at Fylde coast GP

A pop up dementia awareness event was held at Blackpool Tower

Pop-up event raises vital awareness and how to access dementia support

Exploratory endpoints included assessments of blood pressure, weight, cholesterol, and additional markers for pre-diabetes

Ad Feature Trial reports findings on cognitive function in dementia patients

MP praises health workers as new care services launches on Fylde coast

Trinity Hospice's Dementia Action Week plans will help shape local dementia framework.

Trinity Hospice to mark Dementia Action Week with various activities

Coroner's verdict on man who died after choking incident at care home

Ground-breaking dementia blood tests being trialled in Lancashire

Glenroyd care home, Blackpool

Care home still 'Requires Improvement' despite "significant progress"

Belgravia Care Home on North Promenade, Blackpool, was rated as 'requires improvement' by the CQC

Care home served with CQC warning & told to improve - here's why

Royal Care Home, St Anne's.

Care home warned over safe care & treatment of vulnerable residents

A nursing home in Poulton-le-Fylde has been rated “requires improvement” by the Care Quality Commission

Nursing home rated 'requires improvement' by CQC
A nursing home in Poulton-le-Fylde has been rated “requires improvement” by the Care Quality Commission after inspectors raised concerns about staffing, safe care, medicines and leadership.
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Danielle Houghton has been jailed after stealing nearly £10,000 from a 91-year-old woman she was meant to be caring for

Carer spent nearly £10k of dementia patient's cash on Netflix and KFC

Martin Lynch.

I take a cold plunge in my wheelie bin every day - it helps my PTSD

Dementia UK invites the nation to make Time for a Cuppa to help families facing dementia.

Make Time for a Cuppa to help families facing dementia

Inside £4m Omaze prize draw house in Scottish highlands

Watch: Inside £4m Omaze prize draw house in Scottish highlands

A Lancashire man has pleaded guilty to neglecting his 94-year-old mother

Man pleads guilty to neglecting 94-year-old mother who had dementia

Flu cases have risen at Blackpool Victoria Hospital

Doctor who punched a dementia patient in the head is struck off

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 numbers of people diagnosed with dementia has soared.

Signs of dementia as NHS urge families to look out for these symptoms

The scan of a patient diagnosed with prostate cancer

Scientists harness healthy gut bacteria to fight prostate cancer

Plant-based alternatives to meat are increasingly realistic (Picture: Adam Berry/Getty Images)

Why it's bad that vegetarians now eat the most ultra-processed foods

Families and loved ones of people living with dementia in Lancashire will have the chance to get expert advice as part of an ongoing series of workshops by Sandstone Care Group

Dementia doesn’t just affect the individual, it's also hard for family
Families and loved ones of people living with dementia in Lancashire will have the chance to get expert advice as part of an ongoing series of workshops. Sandstone Care Group
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Dr Anthony Aggidis and the brain of a fruit fly with Tau expressed in a neuronal circuit used by the fly in olfactory memory. The red shows where Tau is building up in clusters along the neurons

Lancashire scientists make breakthrough in treating Alzheimer’s

A dental expert gives their tips on maintaining a healthy mouth

Harley Street dentist reveals 12 rules in his own cleaning regime

King Charles

Why King Charles eats avocados: a nutritional expert explains benefits

Burnley parkrun. Photo by George Webster

I'm a doctor - it's great Parkrun has got thousands more active

Oompa Loompa: Care home residents enjoy special Roald Dahl Day

The family of Mary Fallon protest outsode Blackpool Town Hall

My mum died with a bedsore so big you could put your fist through it

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Martin Lewis reveals how pensioners can claim up to £5,600 annually

Lancashire's Diane Carson will be competing the Tough Mudder alongside her son Ross, as well as Mollie, Jasmine, Miles, Zack, Kyra, Anthony, Johnny and Aubrey. Credit: BBC

Lancs Traitors star reunites with co-stars to take on challenge

Loose Women star Coleen feared she was suffering from scary condition

Dr Xowi Mwimbi claimed he acted in self-defence when he punched the vulnerable patient

Doctor found guilty of punching dementia patient at Blackpool Vic

Christopher Pohl wound down the window of his car and begged his estranged wife to "come home"

Pensioner's attempt to repair marriage almost lands him in jail

horses go for festive ride

Horses get dressed up for Christmas ride

1.7m Brits are expected to be living with dementia by 2040 - more than double today's levels. (Picture: Adobe Stock)

Breaking 1.7m people could have dementia in the UK by 2040

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

Breaking Ken Livingstone suffering from Alzheimer’s, family announces

Alastair Stewart has revealed he has been diagnosed with dementia at the age of 71

Breaking Former ITV News presenter reveals dementia diagnosis

Sunset over St Annes Old Links Golf Club

Taking on the ultimate golfing challenge: four golfers, 72 holes, one charitable...

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

Blackpool Magistrates Court.

Man angry his dementia suffering mum was in care home keyed staff cars

Care home worker used dementia sufferer's bank card to buy cigarettes

Carer used to dementia sufferer's bank card to buy cigarettes

Local community invited to UCLan event to learn more about Dementia developments and speak to experts. Image: David Sinclair on Unsplash

Public invited to free drop-in event on dementia treatment and research

Fiona Phillips: What’s the difference between Alzheimer’s and Dementia and can it be cured?

Fiona Phillips: What’s the difference between Alzheimer’s & Dementia?

Breaking Emmerdale star dies following private dementia battle

Breaking Coronation Street star is suffering with dementia

Bruce Willis with his daughters

Bruce Willis’ wife Emma shares heartbreaking update on actor’s health

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

Bruce Willis turned 68 on Sunday - Credit: Getty Images

Breaking WATCH: Bruce Willis speaks for the first time since dementia diagnosis

Hollywood actor Bruce Willis has been diagnosed with dementia - Credit: Getty Images

Bruce Willis’ wife posts heartbreaking message on star’s 68th birthday

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

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