A study from researchers at The King’s College London, has shown that brain training for elderly people has huge benefits. The brain training for this research, uses online games which exercise someone’s reasoning and their memory skills. The package used in this study Read More
Archives for August 2017
News: Could tap water lower the risk of Dementia?
The main headline for our news round-up this week concerns tap water, with claims that drinking it could help reduce your risk of developing dementia. Elsewhere, there’s concerning news coming from the care sector. A new report has revealed that the elderly Read More
The early signs of Dementia
Dementia can be a frightening prospect for many people entering old age, but early diagnosis can help. When the early signs of dementia are first noticed by a healthcare professional, conversations can begin with the patient to improve their day to day Read More
News: Health officials call for less calories
This week’s healthcare news round-up includes reports that health officials have called for the number of calories in popular foods to be cut in order to reduce child obesity and other health conditions. Elsewhere, there’s some positive news for those of you Read More
Over 65s living longer than ever before
According to Public Health England, the over 65s in England are living longer now than ever before. The figures show that men aged 65 could expect to live another 19 years, and women aged 65 could expect to live another 21 years. Although the Read More
NHS expansion plans revealed by Government
The Government has announced the “biggest ever” expansion plans for the National Health Service (NHS). This is the story that tops our weekly round-up of news from the NHS. Elsewhere, the number of patients waiting to admitted to hospital has it four Read More
Telecare Tips for Boredom in Older People
Boredom in older people can have a significant effect on quality of life. Boredom is often brushed off as an insignificant side effect of ageing, but mental health issues such as depression can stem from extended periods of solitude and a lack of Read More
NHS to offer ‘transformative’ HIV prevention pill
This week’s NHS new round-up features reports that a new “transformative” HIV prevention pill is to be offered by the NHS following a High Court battle. Elsewhere, the British man who helped stall the cyber attack on the NHS has been arrested Read More
