Press office

Join Dementia Research is managed by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) in partnership with Alzheimer’s Research UK, Alzheimer’s Society and Alzheimer Scotland on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.

For all press enquiries relating to Join Dementia Research, you can speak to the NIHR press office via email or phone from 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday.

Email: pressoffice@nihr.ac.uk
Phone: 020 3328 6730

Not a journalist? Have a look at our contacts page to find out where to direct your enquiry.

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26 Jul 1419691481489723405

More evidence that a healthier lifestyle can reduce your risk of developing #dementia - a new study funded by @alzheimerssoc finds a strong link between high cholesterol and #dementia

High cholesterol in middle-age increases dementia risk when older, major study finds

The study, the largest of its kind, monitored 1.8 million UK adults and found those with high cholesterol when t...

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23 Jul 1418481158581637129

Interesting new study indicates that people who have difficulty hearing conversation in busy environments may have an increased risk of developing #dementia

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“Many people with dementia will experience difficulty following speech in a noisy environment. This study suggests that these hearing changes may not just be a symptom of dementia, but a risk factor that could be treated.”

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https://www.msn.com/en-gb/health/mindandbody/difficulty-hearing-speech-in-busy-environments-could-be-an-early-sign-of-dementia/ar-AAMpcTt

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22 Jul 1418231881963917316

Volunteers Derek and Maureen got involved in dementia research when Maureen received her Alzheimer's diagnosis - they have learnt about living with the condition and they've also made new friends in the process!

Inspired? Anyone over 18 can join us!

https://news.joindementiaresearch.nihr.ac.uk/derek-and-maureen-how-a-diagnosis-lead-to-them-taking-part-in-research/

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21 Jul 1417851612266127363

Have you noticed a different look and feel to the Join Dementia Research website?

We’ve listened to your feedback and as part of a programme of development, we've made some changes. Why not log in and have a look?

Not yet registered? Sign up today!

https://news.joindementiaresearch.nihr.ac.uk/new-look-join-dementia-research-website/

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