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EU Commission responds to Carberry’s dementia funding call ahead of Galway Memory Walk
MEP Nina Carberry has called on the European Commission to create a dedicated dementia research ‘mission’ under the EU Horizon programme, ahead of this weekend’s Alzheimer’s Memory Walk in Galway.
Students lead breakthrough study on diabetes drugs and dementia risk
Two undergraduate medicine students at the University of Galway have led a major study examining how cardioprotective glucose-lowering therapies -medications that lower blood sugar and reduce the risk of heart disease in people with diabetes – affect the risk of developing dementia.
Participants sought for new University of Galway study into dementia and social interaction
Dementia is a neurodegenerative condition that causes the loss of cognitive functioning over time. More than 64,000 Irish people are living with dementia. While there is currently no cure for dementia, social interaction has been proven to help reduce further deterioration.
New communication passport to help people with dementia introduced in the west
A new initiative, designed to reduce communication barriers for people with dementia when accessing health services, has been introduced locally.
Galway participants wanted for dementia research
Occupational therapist, Simone Ryan, is looking for individuals living with early-to-middle-stage dementia to take part in a research study. Simone is completing this research as part of her master’s degree in the University of Galway.
Alzheimer Society of Ireland launches ‘Denim Day for Dementia’ 2024
The Alzheimer Society of Ireland (The ASI) will host its annual nationwide ‘Denim Day for Dementia’ fundraising campaign on Friday, March 1, to raise funds for families impacted by dementia.
Third of people with dementia do not have access to relevant services
A third of people living with dementia said they are unable to access the services they need, while a further half say they are only able to access some of the services they need.
Recognising the signs of Alzheimer’s Disease and other dementias
Over 64,000 people in Ireland are currently living with dementia, with the numbers predicted to rise to 150,000 by 2050.
National Alzheimer Society of Ireland’s face-to-face family carer training makes return
The Alzheimer Society of Ireland (The ASI) welcomes family carers of loved ones with dementia to attend its upcoming Face-to-Face Family Carer Training Course in the Sligo Park Hotel.
Government urged to invest €19 million in supports for those affected by dementia
The Alzheimer Society of Ireland (ASI) is calling on the Government to invest €19 million in urgent infrastructure and community supports for people affected by dementia, to meet the growing need for dementia-specific care for thousands of people across the country.
