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New Attendance Allowance claim form tips could help older people get up to £407 each month
Attendance Allowance
The Independent Age charity shares essential tips for filling in the Attendance Allowance claim form.
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First signs of dementia aside from memory loss as doctor warns what to look out for
Dementia
A dementia expert has issued a warning over the early signs of dementia that are less commonly known.
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Five early Alzheimer's warning signs as NHS blood tests ‘to be offered within 5 years'
Alzheimer's disease
Experts talk through the lesser-known symptoms of the condition, after they note that blood tests for Alzheimer’s could be available on the NHS within five years.
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Early Alzheimer's warning signs as blood test 'offered on NHS within five years'
Alzheimer's disease
What are the less obvious symptoms of Alzheimer's? Experts have talked through the early warning signs of the condition…
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Alzheimer's and Parkinson's risk 'increased by obesity', according to new study
Obesity
American researchers have discovered a link between obesity and neurodegenerative disorders.
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Older people with any of these 55 health issues could be due up to £407 each month
Attendance Allowance
More than 1.4million people of State Pension age are receiving extra financial help through Attendance Allowance.
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Full list of people who may automatically qualify for the Blue Badge scheme
Disability
If you are not automatically eligible, you may be able to get a Blue Badge under certain other circumstances.
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Dementia risk may be lowered by improving one daily habit in old age, new study claims
Dementia
New research has uncovered the benefits of getting a good night's rest for brain health.
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Dementia risk found to be reduced by one food often eaten at breakfast
Dementia
Including certain foods containing fats called triglycerides could reduce your risk of developing dementia, a study has found.
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'I'm an Alzheimer's expert - here are some key signs that your brain is in trouble'
Alzheimer's disease
The expert took to social media to warn people of some of the warning signs of Alzheimer's.
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Taking Viagra could slash Alzheimer's disease risks by 60%, study finds
Dementia
A new study has revealed how Viagra could reduce the risks of dementia in men and women.
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Four early dementia warning signs spotted in the way you walk
Dementia
There are certain early signs of the disease that may be noticed in the way a person walks, including pace and sense of direction.
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Dementia risk 'cut' by one specific fruit that could make you live 'five years longer'
Dementia
Having this juicy fruit as a snack could help cut your dementia risk significantly and also reduce the risk of fatty liver disease.
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People of State Pension age with a long-term health condition could be due up to £101 each week
Attendance Allowance
Attendance Allowance payments are tax-free and paid alongside State Pension payments.
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New calls to issue Blue Badge automatically to more people with hidden conditions
Disability
An online petition is calling for people with Parkinson’s to automatically qualify for the Blue Badge scheme.
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Dementia risk 'could depend on ethnicity' as specific health conditions increase risk
Universities and Colleges
Health conditions that are risk factors are more prevalent in different ethnicity groups.
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Early Alzheimer's disease warning sign when walking discovered in new study
Alzheimer's disease
A symptom that may be noticed when walking has been linked to Alzheimer's following a recent study carried out by experts at the University College London.
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Dementia warning as common midlife health problem could increase risks
Dementia
Hypertension can lead to mini-strokes and "cognitive challenges" in memory, personality and walking.
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Dementia expert shares difference between disease and 'normal ageing'
Alzheimer's disease
An expert has explained the difference between 'normal' aging and dementia, as potential signs could be missed as people get older.
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Alzheimer's disease linked to health problem everyone experiences in new study
Alzheimer's disease
Scientists say their findings may help uncover new ways to prevent the degenerative illness which currently has no cure.
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Scientists discover possible Parkinson's trigger in breakthrough new research
Parkinson's disease
The disease, which affects over 10 million people worldwide including Billy Connolly, affects the nervous system, leading to potential cognitive decline.
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Five early dementia signs that show up as changes to your everyday life
Dementia
Confusion, memory loss and a change in personality could be early signs of dementia.
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Dementia expert shares simple activity you can do every day to lower risk
Dementia
It is estimated that by 2023, the number of people with dementia in the UK will reach over one million.
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Dementia calculator predicts chances of developing syndrome in the next five years
Dementia
There's currently no cure for the illness, but being aware of your risks can help you make lifestyle changes in order to slow down the progression.
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