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Having appendix removed could treble risk of developing Parkinson’s disease

Having appendix removed could treble risk of developing Parkinson’s disease
Posted on 21 May 2019 by Enviva Care

According to the findings of a recent study, people who have their appendix removed are three times more likely to develop Parkinson’s disease.


Looking after yourself is the best way to cut risk of dementia

Looking after yourself is the best way to cut risk of dementia
Posted on 14 May 2019 by Enviva Care

A new report from the World Health Organisation (WHO) has claimed that taking better care of ourselves is the best long-term strategy towards tackling the growing problem of dementia.


Dementia breakthrough as new disease type identified

Dementia breakthrough as new disease type identified
Posted on 7 May 2019 by Enviva Care

A new type of dementia has been identified; experts say this could be one of the most important dementia findings in years.


Enviva Care hailed as ‘outstanding’ for the second time by the CQC

Enviva Care hailed as ‘outstanding’ for the second time by the CQC
Posted on 7 May 2019 by Enviva Care

Alton based live-in care company, Enviva Care, has been praised by the Care Quality Commission for being outstandingly caring.


Smell tests could be used to spot signs of dementia

Smell tests could be used to spot signs of dementia
Posted on 30 Apr 2019 by Enviva Care

Researchers believe that a simple smell test could help doctors to spot older adults who are at a greater risk of developing dementia.


Technology being developed in bid to limit hospital stay of dementia patients

Technology being developed in bid to limit hospital stay of dementia patients
Posted on 24 Apr 2019 by Enviva Care

Scientists have claimed that technology including Sensors small enough to fit in the ear, robotic devices and sleep monitors could all become standard items in the homes of people with dementia in the future.


Thousands may be living with dementia without knowing, study suggests

Thousands may be living with dementia without knowing, study suggests
Posted on 11 Apr 2019 by Enviva Care

Almost twice as many people as first thought could be living with dementia, a new study has revealed.


University investigating whether turmeric could help prevent Alzheimer’s disease

University investigating whether turmeric could help prevent Alzheimer’s disease
Posted on 2 Apr 2019 by Enviva Care

Researchers at the University of Warwick have been conducting studies into the potential of curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric helping to prevent the development of Alzheimer’s disease.


Scientists develop a new test for Parkinson’s disease thanks to woman’s sense of smell

Scientists develop a new test for Parkinson’s disease thanks to woman’s sense of smell
Posted on 26 Mar 2019 by Enviva Care

Scientists have developed a new test for Parkinson’s disease after joining forces with a woman who can smell the condition before many of the clinical symptoms appear. Researchers in Manchester have said they have identified the molecules on the skin


Mushrooms can reduce the risk of brain decline

Mushrooms can reduce the risk of brain decline
Posted on 19 Mar 2019 by Enviva Care

According to the latest research eating mushrooms, more than twice a week could prevent memory and language problems from occurring in people over the age of 60.


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