Are we really on the brink of a cure for Alzheimer’s?
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Are we really on the brink of a cure for Alzheimer’s?

This article was taken from: https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2018/sep/25/cure-for-alzheimers-new-drug By Dean Burnett The headlines claim treatment will be available within six years. The reality is a lot more complex A new study has inspired headlines claiming a cure for Alzheimer’s disease could be available within six years – but are we genuinely on the verge of an effective treatment? Given the…

‘Aspirin-a-day risky in old age’ – major study
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‘Aspirin-a-day risky in old age’ – major study

This article was taken from: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-45511362 By James GallagherHealth and science reporter, BBC News Elderly people in good health should not take an aspirin a day, according to a major study in the US and Australia. There are proven benefits of the drug for people after a heart attack or stroke. But the trial found no benefit…

Over-65s to be given more effective flu vaccine
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Over-65s to be given more effective flu vaccine

This article was taken from: https://www.theguardian.com/society/2018/sep/12/over-65s-to-be-given-more-effective-flu-vaccine By Sarah Boseley Health edito Public Health England says newly licensed drug FluAd will save 30,000 GP consultations and prevent 700 hospital deaths A flu vaccine that was licensed in Italy 20 years ago is to be used for the first time in the UK this winter in a bid to cut…

Numbers of elderly in 24-hour care set to double by 2035
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Numbers of elderly in 24-hour care set to double by 2035

This article was taken from: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-45354846 By Laurel IvesBBC Health The number of people aged 85 and over needing 24-hour care is set to double, says a new study, as an expert warns the care system is “at breaking point”. The study, published in the Lancet Public Health journal, analysed the projected health needs of the elderly…

Care homes and NHS team up to spot early warning signs of ill health
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Care homes and NHS team up to spot early warning signs of ill health

This article was taken from: http://www.carehomeprofessional.com/care-homes-nhs-team-spot-early-warning-signs-ill-health/ By Care Home Professional Care home staff and NHS nurses are working together in a digital pilot designed to improve the quality of life of residents and reduce hospital admissions in Sheffield. The Digital Care Home pilot is one of seven test beds across the country funded by NHS England…