Alzheimer's Disease

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 new blood test can remove barriers to an early diagnosis

Ad Feature Blood test which can help detect early Alzheimer’s launches in the UK

Lecanemab is designed to target and clear a protein called amyloid from patient’s brains (Photo: Adobe)

Lecanemab UK: what is it and how much does Alzheimer's drug cost?

75 years on from attending Pompey v Derby as youngsters, brothers Colin and Alan Snook are back at Fratton Park with sons Martin and Stewart to watch this weeks Derby match (Photo by Alex Shute)

Brothers to attend Pompey game 75 years on from being in record crowd

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

Ken Livingstone suffering from Alzheimer’s, family announces

Headband created that can detect Alzheimer’s disease

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

Tony Bennett has died aged 96

Legendary singer Tony Bennett dies aged 96

Fiona Phillips attends Theirworld's Annual International Woman's Day Breakfast on March 07, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images for Theirworld)

Fiona Phillips announces she has Alzheimer’s disease aged 62

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)

Wife of Sex Pistols star John Lydon dies

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

John Lydon is competing to represent Ireland in the Eurovision Song Contest.

Sex Pistols’ John Lydon competing to represent Ireland in Eurovision

Findings of a clinical trial involving a new Alzheimer's drug Lecanemab have been published

New Alzheimer’s drug Lecanemab hailed ‘momentous’ by experts in trial

Dr's Casebook: Wiggling worms may give us a clue to slow Alzheimer’s disease

Bob and Marilyn Haddock

Cosham retiree hopes to raise £1,000 in walk for Alzheimer’s Society
A RETIRED primary school teacher is calling on Portsmouth residents to join her in a fundraising memory walk.
Emily Jessica Turner

Picture posed by model Picture: Jonathan Brady/PA Wire

Care home Covid-19 restrictions 'accelerated wife's Alzheimer's disease'

EastEnders and Carry On star Dame Barbara Windsor has died, aged 83

These are the symptoms of early onset dementia - and how it is linked to head in...

Watch the moving moment a former ballerina with Alzheimer’s remembers dancing to...

A new algorithm could detect ‘Covid cough’ - even in people with no obvious symp...

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

Fish swimming through a simple maze has shown exceptional potential to improve progress in developing treatments for brain and psychiatric disorders, including Alzheimers disease, Parkinsons disease, schizophrenia, substance abuse, autism, depression and anxiety.

Dr Matt Parker, at the University of Portsmouth, leads a team looking at zebrafish.

New hope for Alzheimer's treatment thanks to fish maze test

The test could detect signs of the disease 20 years before symptoms show (Photo: Shutterstock)

A new blood test could spot Alzheimer's disease years before symptoms appear

A combination of different factors have been suggested to help reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer’s (Photo: Shutterstock)

Certain lifestyle habits may reduce risk of Alzheimer’s by up to 60% - here's wh...

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...

Clive Good and Terry Thurling

Portsmouth ex-skinhead and ex-hippy become friends after bonding over dementia j...
A SKINHEAD and a hippy have formed an unlikely friendship after bonding over their different experiences with dementia.
Harvey Lindsay & Millie Salkeld

Clive Good and Terry Thurling

Portsmouth ex-skinhead and ex-hippy become friends after bonding over dementia j...

Tabatha Throup with her children Jonny, eight, and Tegan 11. Picture: Sarah Standing (150419-4942)

Meet the Hayling mum who is helping children understand dementia

Tabatha Throup with her children Jonny, eight, and Tegan 11. Picture: Sarah Standing (150419-4942)

Meet the Hayling mum who is helping children understand dementia

Wife to do Portsmouth charity walk for husband with dementiaÂ

Davina McCall with her parents Gaby and Andrew at last year's Brighton Memory Walk. Gaby and Andrew are taking part in Alzheimer's Society Portsmouth Memory Walk in October. Picture: Grant Melton

Davina McCall's Gosport parents sign up for PortsmouthÂ memoryÂ walk

Boxing mourns death of Johnny Cheatle

A new Alzheimer's study has linked alcohol to dementia

How to spot the early signs of dementia and Alzheimer's disease

Officer runs for Alzheimer's disease

Mike Sterling, left, with gym owner Ron Wiltshire, who was celebrating his 89th birthday on the day of the fundraiser. Picture: Rob Paul

Fundraiser at gym nets Â£200 for Alzheimer's

A couple of glasses of wine a day really do help clear your mind

Scientists develop blood test that could spot Alzheimer's

Tucking into a curry can fight dementia

Alzheimer's protein study welcomed by experts

Saunas really are good for your heart

Grandpa's Great Escape.

TV Choice: Five of the best shows this week

Grandpa's Great Escape.

TV Choice: Five of the best shows this week

Grandpa's Great Escape.

TV Choice: Five of the best shows this week

Three or four cups of coffee a day does you more good than harm

Maureen Hunter

Former Southsea and Havant woman with terminal cancer wants dream holiday

Glen Campbell

WATCH: Tributes to country star Glen Campbell

9 lifestyle changes could reduce your chances of getting dementia

Ken and Muriel Standing, front, celebrated their diamond wedding with family earlier this month

DIAMOND WEDDING: '˜It's nice to get to 60 years... I think I should get a gold s...

Hayling Island PhD student makes a breakthrough discovery

Sylvia Anderson

Thunderbirds co-creator Sylvia Anderson dies aged 88

Bob penned a poem about loneliness

Poem had me in real tears

SMILES Tony Dowlen with his wife Caroline. Picture: Priya Mistry

‘I get upset as I feel dementia has taken away my husband’

Terry Pratchett at Hayling Island Bookshop in 2008

Tributes paid to fantasy author Terry Pratchett

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