New research by the Alzheimer’s Society has revealed the cost burden of dementia care to families.
Category: Industry news and stories
An article in The Guardian revealed that scientists are to begin piloting simple blood tests for dementia that within 5 years could change how we diagnose the disease within the NHS. Alzheimer’s Research UK and the Alzheimer’s Society have kicked off a £5m project to trial these blood tests. The goal is to identify dementia using just a single drop of blood – an ultimate game-changer.
A study from University College London reveals that the number of people with dementia in England and Wales is projected to nearly double to 1.7 million by 2040. This trend, driven by widening health inequalities and unhealthy living, is set to impose a significantly larger burden on the health and social care services, than previously forecasted.