Dementia

Action on Dementia Sunderland offers practical help and support, in and around the area at no charge

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

1.7m people could have dementia in the UK by 2040

Christine Tindle, 68, with a photograph of her as a child with her mother, Jean Altoft.

New Beamish cottages to help people with dementia and Alzheimer's

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

Ken Livingstone suffering from Alzheimer’s, family announces

Action on Dementia Sunderland offers help for today and hope for tomorrow

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

Former ITV News presenter reveals dementia diagnosis

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

Members of Arts Centre Washington’s Creative Age group at the exhibition.

Moving exhibition showcases work from dementia groups

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?

Emmerdale star dies following private dementia battle

Coronation Street star is suffering with dementia

Bruce Willis with his daughters

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

Fewer deaths in Sunderland last year.

Over 3,000 deaths in Sunderland last year

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)

Wife of Sex Pistols star John Lydon dies

Bruce Willis turned 68 on Sunday - Credit: Getty Images

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
Die Hard and Fast & Furious star Bruce Willis celebrated his 68th birthday on Sunday following his dementia diagnosis.

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

Emma Heming Willis told paparazzis to stay away from husband Bruce Willis following dementia diagnosis.

Bruce Willis’ wife issues statement to people approaching the star

Bruce Willis has been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia. (Credit: Getty Images)

Bruce Willis diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia - what it is

Bruce Willis diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, family confirms

Doing puzzles can be a good way of keeping the brain active

Six steps you can take to reduce the risk of developing dementia

Huge rise looming in dementia numbers

Sunderland facing huge dementia challenge

These are the signs and symptoms of dementia - and the stages explained

These are the symptoms of early onset dementia - and how it is linked to head in...

Legal advice for people with relatives in care homes is under discussion. Photo credit: Jonathan Brady/PA Wire

LEGAL EAGLE: What are my legal rights when my husband is placed into care?

Today is World Alzheimer's Day - here’s how to spot symptoms and offer support(Photo: Shutterstock)

Today is World Alzheimer's Day - here’s how to spot symptoms and offer support

Young members of The Little Onion Club

Young gardeners blown away by surprise donation
A youth gardening club had a big surprise when they received an anonymous £1000 donation towards work at a local community facility.

This is what you need to know about the link between negative thoughts and dementia (Photo: Shutterstock)

Negative thinking may lead to dementia according to a new study - here’s what yo...

Residents have taken inspiration from Captain Tom Moore to raise money for Action on Dementia Sunderland.

Captain Tom inspires Sunderland care home residents to get moving for fundraiser