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Existing drugs offer new hope for Alzheimer's treatment

Groundbreaking research identifies three existing medicines - Viagra, a shingles vaccine and an MND drug - as promising candidates for repurposing to treat Alzheimer's disease, potentially transforming lives for one million Britons.

NHS free shingles vaccine may slash dementia risk

Groundbreaking NHS programme offers free shingles vaccination to millions of over-70s, with research showing it could dramatically reduce dementia risk by preventing viral attacks on the brain.

Shingles: Symptoms, Contagious Risks & NHS Vaccine

Discover everything you need to know about shingles - from the tell-tale rash signs to understanding contagious periods and accessing the NHS vaccination programme that could protect you.

NHS to roll out chickenpox jab for all children

The NHS is set to introduce a universal chickenpox vaccination programme for all young children, a monumental shift in public health policy that could prevent millions of childhood cases and curb dangerous shingles in adults.

Shingles vaccine may reduce dementia risk

A groundbreaking study suggests that the shingles vaccine may significantly reduce the risk of developing dementia, offering new hope for preventative healthcare strategies.

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