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Dementia Biomarkers Re-Explored? (General Psychiatry / JGCR)

Posted on June 17, 2019 by Dementia and Elderly Care News

Summary A recent systematic review examines biomarkers, as strictly defined, for neurodegenerative diseases. “Vast improvements in neuroimaging techniques have led to newly discovered biomarkers and diagnostics”. p.5 Behavioural biomarkers are mentioned hardly at all. Full Text Link Reference Maclin, JMA. … Continue reading →

CQC Interim Report on Restrictive Interventions in Mental Health, Learning Disabilities or Autism Care Institutions (BBC News / CQC / DHSC / NHS England / Children’s Commissioner / HQIP)

Posted on May 24, 2019 by Dementia and Elderly Care News

Summary The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has released an interim report on the persistence of restraint, seclusion and segregation in the care of people with a mental health problems, learning disabilities and / or autism. Full Text Link Reference Triggle, … Continue reading →

Resources Relating to Dementia Action Week 2019 (Alzheimer’s Society / NIHR)

Posted on May 23, 2019 by Dementia and Elderly Care News

Summary The theme of the 2019 Dementia Action Week, falling between May 20th – 26th 2019, is “Inclusion”. Suggestions from the Alzheimer’s Society for workplaces: Full Text Link Reference Dementia Action Week 2019: 20–26 May. Make a difference in your … Continue reading →

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Questions Raised About Prescribing Painkillers for Dementia Patients (BBC Radio Four)

Posted on May 15, 2019 by Dementia and Elderly Care News

Summary An investigation into the role of big pharma in the international opioid crisis, from BBC Radio 4, touches upon questions about the ethics and suitability of pain management embedded semi-routinely in care for persons with dementia: Full Audio Link … Continue reading →

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Benefits of Robotic Pets for Elderly Care Home Residents? (International Journal of Older People Nursing)

Posted on May 13, 2019 by Dementia and Elderly Care News

Summary A systematic review has examined the evidence on the reported advantages of robopets (defined as small animal-like robots with the appearance and behavioural characteristics of pets) and the effects of robopets on the mental health and well-being of older … Continue reading →

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NICE Update on Antipsychotics for People With Dementia (NICE)

Posted on March 28, 2019 by Dementia and Elderly Care News

Summary The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has again updated their summary of evidence on the use (or withdrawal) of antipsychotics for people living with dementia. This document is not a formal NICE guideline. Full Text Link … Continue reading →

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Pharmacists’ Interventions to Promote Quality of Life and Healthy Ageing (PHE)

Posted on March 24, 2019 by Dementia and Elderly Care News

Summary Interventions which can be provided by pharmacy teams to help older people lead more independent lives and improve their health are listed, including those directed towards: Preventing falls. Dementia Physical inactivity. Social isolation. Malnutrition. Full Text Link Reference A … Continue reading →

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