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Alzheimer's Society responds to latest ONS figures on Covid-19 deaths in care homes
The latest figures from the Office for National Statistics revealed that a third of all deaths (35.95%) in care homes this week were due to Covid.
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Alzheimer's Society responds to latest vaccine figures
In a press conference today, the Health Secretary said that 78.7% of those aged 80 or older in the UK had received the first dose of the Covid vaccine.
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Jo Brand and Hugh Dennis to headline Alzheimer’s Society’s virtual comedy night
Comedian and Alzheimer’s Society Ambassador Jo Brand is headlining a virtual comedy night - Joke’s on You, Dementia! hosted by actor and comedian, Hugh Dennis on Thursday 11 March at 7pm, to raise vital funds for people living with dementia.
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Alzheimer's Society comments on UK COVID-19 vaccines delivery plan
The Government has set out its UK COVID-19 vaccines delivery plan for vaccinating tens of millions of people by spring.
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Alzheimer's Society responds to care home vaccination priority
Our comment on the vaccination priority list, as well as the devastating decision to stop meaningful care home visits.
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Alzheimer's Society pays tribute to Dame Barbara Windsor ahead of upcoming funeral
Kate Lee, our Chief Executive, pays tribute to the achievements and life of Dame Barbara, who was living with dementia.
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