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Why having conversations about end-of-life in dementia is so important
18 December 2024
In any area of healthcare, the topic of end-of-life is very difficult. It’s hard to talk about for people with a diagnosis, their families and healthcare professionals. But it is important to discuss, particularly with people living with dementia. Research has shown that people who have had end-of-life care conversations early on have an improved […]
Blog: Internet use is now a vital part of daily life for many older adults
25 November 2024
Terry Quinn is a Professor of Cardiovascular Ageing at the University of Glasgow. He recently led a study, working with volunteers in the Join Dementia Research community. The aim was to investigate what activities of daily living are important to older adults. They found that the existing tools and methods often used to measure […]