Care pay talks abandoned as sector crisis deepens
Exclusive: The National Joint Council has walked away from negotiations to improve poverty pay for care workers, sparking outrage across the sector as staffing crisis worsens.
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Dementia Treatment Breakthrough: New Era Begins
Groundbreaking research is revolutionising dementia care with new treatments that tackle underlying disease processes rather than just managing symptoms. Discover the promising developments bringing hope to millions.
Labour unveils pay boost and reform for England's care sector
The Labour government announces transformative plans to tackle England's care crisis with significant pay increases and a new national negotiating body, marking the biggest reform in decades.
Social Care Crisis: 1 in 3 Workers Plan Exit
Shocking new figures reveal nearly a third of social care staff in England are considering quitting within the next two years, threatening to collapse an already strained system.
Dementia drug postcode lottery warning for NHS patients
A stark postcode lottery means dementia patients across the UK could be denied access to revolutionary new treatments, as the NHS struggles to prepare for their rollout. Experts warn of a 'lost generation' without urgent action.
Daily Habits That Slash Dementia Risk Revealed
Groundbreaking research from Oxford and Exeter universities identifies key daily activities—from reading to household chores—that can significantly reduce the risk of developing dementia, offering a proactive approach to brain health.
Sir Alex Ferguson's dementia battle revealed by son
Ex-Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson is battling dementia, with his wife Lady Cathy providing constant care. Son Darren shares emotional family update.
UK Social Care System At Breaking Point - Report Warns
A devastating report reveals Britain's adult social care system is at breaking point, with chronic underfunding and staff shortages leaving vulnerable adults at risk. Experts warn of a 'deepening crisis' requiring urgent government action.
Daily Painkiller Use Linked To 40% Higher Dementia Risk
Groundbreaking Oxford research reveals a strong link between long-term use of a specific, widely-used painkiller and a dramatically increased risk of developing dementia.
Blueberry Tea Fights Dementia - Groundbreaking UK Study
Groundbreaking UK research suggests that drinking a specific type of fruit tea could significantly reduce your risk of developing dementia. Discover how this simple daily habit might protect your brain health.
Britain's Elderly Care Crisis: When Will Politicians Act?
As the UK's aged care system reaches breaking point, families and carers are demanding urgent political action. This investigation reveals why meaningful reform is being delayed and what must change.
Dementia Experts Reveal Heartbreaking Early Patient Trait
Leading dementia experts identify a common, yet devastating, early trait in new patients that often goes unnoticed by families. Discover the subtle red flag.
Children's care home costs hit £320,000 per year in England
Exclusive: The average annual cost for a children's care home place in England has reached £319,680, pushing local authorities to breaking point and forcing desperate measures to protect vulnerable youth.
Winter darkness worsens dementia 'sundowning' symptoms
Leading dementia experts issue a stark warning as the clocks go back, explaining how reduced daylight in autumn and winter can significantly worsen agitation and confusion for those with dementia. Learn the signs and crucial coping strategies.
NHS trials revolutionary Alzheimer's blood test
A groundbreaking blood test for Alzheimer's disease is now undergoing a major NHS trial, promising to slash diagnosis times from years to days and revolutionise dementia care across the UK.
Dementia expert's red flag warning for drivers
A leading dementia expert has identified a crucial early warning sign that can manifest during everyday driving. This subtle change in behaviour could be a key indicator of cognitive decline, prompting earlier diagnosis and intervention.
Breakthrough Scan Predicts Dementia a Decade Early
Groundbreaking research from Johns Hopkins reveals a new MRI technique that detects iron-linked brain changes, potentially predicting dementia up to a decade in advance and paving the way for early interventions.
Unclaimed Children's Coats Reveal UK Care System Crisis
An exclusive investigation uncovers the poignant tale of unclaimed children's coats in UK care systems, revealing a silent epidemic of loneliness and the urgent need for foster families.
Care staff indicted after woman freezes to death in home
Two carers from a Texas care facility face criminal charges after 69-year-old Cynthia Pierce was found frozen to death in her bed during a catastrophic power outage, exposing a shocking failure in duty of care.
Unison Chief: UK Social Care System is 'Broken'
Christina McAnea, head of Britain's largest union, issues a stark warning on the UK's social care crisis, calling for immediate funding and a national strategy to fix the crumbling system.
Hospice nurse's emotional plea for assisted dying law change
An experienced hospice nurse from Sussex shares her emotional journey and urges UK lawmakers to reconsider assisted dying laws, revealing the harsh realities of terminal suffering.
Bruce Willis' Wife Details Devastating Dementia Struggle
Emma Heming Willis opens up in an emotional new interview about the devastating realities of caring for her husband Bruce Willis, diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, and her mission to support other care partners.
Emma Heming reveals Bruce Willis's dementia diagnosis moment
Emma Heming Willis opens up in an emotional interview about the devastating moment she received Bruce Willis's frontotemporal dementia diagnosis, sharing their family's journey and coping strategies.
Bruce Willis's Dementia Battle Affecting His Speech Reveals Wife
Emma Heming Willis opens up about her husband Bruce Willis's frontotemporal dementia battle, sharing how the condition is progressively affecting his ability to speak and their family's coping strategies.
UK Vets Reveal 11 Key Signs of Cat Dementia
New UK research highlights the subtle behavioural changes in ageing cats that could indicate dementia. Learn the signs, from altered sleep patterns to confusion, and how to help your pet.
Emma Heming Willis Reveals Toll of Bruce Willis's Dementia
In a raw and emotional interview, Emma Heming Willis opens up about the 'grief and sadness' of caring for her husband, action icon Bruce Willis, diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, and her mission to support other care partners.
Emma Heming's emotional update on Bruce Willis's dementia
Emma Heming Willis shares an emotional update on husband Bruce Willis's frontotemporal dementia diagnosis, detailing the family's 'grief and sadness' and the painful reality of the 'brutal' disease.
Bruce Willis' Wife Reveals Dementia Strain: 'We Live Apart'
Emma Heming Willis opens up in a raw and emotional interview about the immense strain of caring for husband Bruce Willis, revealing they now live in separate homes due to the demands of his frontotemporal dementia.
Care worker waved soiled underpants at elderly resident
Shocking misconduct uncovered as a carer at a UK care home is filmed waving soiled underwear in an 85-year-old woman's face. The distressing incident has sparked outrage and calls for urgent reform in the care sector.
Anne-Marie Duff reveals brother's heartbreaking dementia battle
Bafta-winning actress Anne-Marie Duff opens up in an emotional new interview about her brother's agonising battle with early-onset dementia, sharing the profound impact on her family and her advocacy for care home residents.
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