Dementia

Wisteria Lodge on London Road, Horndean was rated outstanding following an inspection by the Care Quality Commission.

Nursing home rated outstanding for its proactive and personalised care

Over 40,000 people with dementia are reported missing for the first time in the UK every year

Ad Feature Appeal launched to safeguard digital database for dementia patients

Liz Blacklock has won a Women in Innovation prize for her app

Ex-nurse wins award for app that keeps people out of hospital

A generic photo of a woman holding a dementia sufferer's hands.

New dementia hub could be created in Portsmouth to help carers

Exploratory endpoints included assessments of blood pressure, weight, cholesterol, and additional markers for pre-diabetes

Ad Feature Trial reports findings on cognitive function in dementia patients

Community Kettle CIC in Portsmouth have received £7,500 in funding to help support its work with people living with dementia.

Portsmouth dementia group receives £7,500 in funding

The Royal British Legion runs a support group in Gosport which supports veterans with dementia. Pictured is organiser Cliff Cropley, Royal Navy veteran, speaking to the attendees.

'Uplifted' Royal Navy veterans with dementia given new life at groups

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One in 11 people aged over 65 in the UK are living with dementia.

Four early warning signs of dementia in loved ones to look out for

Two Hampshire care homes are hosting a free event to spread knowledge and debunk myths around Dementia

Hampshire care homes to host free dementia advice events

Nurses providing care at the Summerlee unit in Harry Sotnick House have been advised to apply for other jobs as the NHS Trust looks to turn to home focussed support.

NHS rehabilitation unit faces cuts in favour of "home focused support"

Martin Lynch.

I take a cold plunge in my wheelie bin every day - it helps my PTSD

Dementia UK invites the nation to make Time for a Cuppa to help families facing dementia.

Make Time for a Cuppa to help families facing dementia

Inside £4m Omaze prize draw house in Scottish highlands

Watch: Inside £4m Omaze prize draw house in Scottish highlands

New research suggests that drinking tap water could be putting millions of people living in the UK at a greater risk of dementia.

New research warns of 'link' between soft water and dementia

The numbers of people diagnosed with dementia has soared.

Signs of dementia as NHS urge families to look out for these symptoms
New NHS data reveals that more people than ever before have a dementia diagnosis 🩺
Sarah McCann

The scan of a patient diagnosed with prostate cancer

Scientists harness healthy gut bacteria to fight prostate cancer

Plant-based alternatives to meat are increasingly realistic (Picture: Adam Berry/Getty Images)

Why it's bad that vegetarians now eat the most ultra-processed foods

Havant MP Alan Mak with exhibitors at his Community Information Fair

Havant MP Alan Mak hosts Community Information Fair in Hayling Island

A dental expert gives their tips on maintaining a healthy mouth

Harley Street dentist reveals 12 rules in his own cleaning regime

King Charles

Why King Charles eats avocados: a nutritional expert explains benefits

Burnley parkrun. Photo by George Webster

I'm a doctor - it's great Parkrun has got thousands more active

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Luxury Hampshire care home teams up with local gym to fight dementia

Commander Charles Wylie, 91, (retired) set out on HMS Oardacious to row around Portsmouth Harbour on August 12, raising money for Alzheimers Research UK.

Navy veteran, 91, rows on HMS Oardacious raising thousands for charity

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Martin Lewis reveals how pensioners can claim up to £5,600 annually

Rebecca Sermon with her daughter, Aria, and husband Max, whose gift of a fidget ring inspired her to start a new small business.

Cancer patient calls for help in starting new business

Graham Dunlop (52) has won the latest Omaze Million Pound House Superdraw – and is now the proud owner of a magnificent four-bedroom villa in Mallorca complete with swimming pool and stunning mountain views.

Man wins £3m Spanish villa - thanks to an armchair
A Hampshire dad of two has won a Spanish villa worth £3m and £250,000 in cash - all thanks to a second-hand armchair he bought on Gumtree.
Sophie Lewis

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

Breaking 1.7m people could have dementia in the UK by 2040

Gosport MP Dame Caroline Dinenage

‘We must speed up efforts to save people from the heartbreak of dementia sooner’

The Cummings family from Gosport, who walked in memory of their mum Eve, who died in March. Picture by Thousand Word Media/Andrew Higgins

‘Extremely moving to see so many people come together to remember loved ones’

NHS figures show 46 people aged under 65 in the former NHS Portsmouth CCG had a dementia diagnosis as of August. Picture posed by model

‘Families are isolated without the support they so urgently require’

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

Breaking Ken Livingstone suffering from Alzheimer’s, family announces

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

Breaking 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

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?

Breaking Emmerdale star dies following private dementia battle

Breaking 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 registered in Portsmouth in 2022

Fewer deaths were registered in Portsmouth 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)

Breaking Wife of Sex Pistols star John Lydon dies

Bruce Willis turned 68 on Sunday - Credit: Getty Images

Breaking 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

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

Express FM presenter and singer Gloria Miller, from Waterlooville, who will be taking part in the glow walk in Southsea

Express FM host to take part in Southsea's first Glow Walk

Rob and Wen Young, from Swanmore, pictured when they were younger. Picture: Rob Young

Musician to hold gig and take part in sponsored walk to raise charity funds

Pictured: Lance Smith at Leigh Fitness, Leigh Park, Portsmouth on Friday 24th September 2021

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Southsea amputee 'overwhelmed' by fundraiser for bespoke running blade

Bob and Marilyn Haddock

Cosham retiree hopes to raise £1,000 in walk for Alzheimer’s Society

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...

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

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...