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A basic ‘primer’ on biological aspects of a dementia – pt. three
October 1, 2014
A few weeks ago we began to look at some of the biological causes of dementia. In particular we singled out the primary dementias and concentrated on DAT, and then…
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NCA Seminars
September 29, 2014
The National Care Association has asked us to post the below message on their behalf. Dear Colleague As you will be aware there is so much going on this year…
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Are you ready for October’s new legislation?
September 26, 2014
October 1st is upon us. Will the introduction of brand new antenatal rights for fathers and partners affect your service? The law states that an expectant father, or partner to…
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Are you familiar with sarcopenia? Perhaps you should be!
September 26, 2014
Sarcopenia is common, and is a global, socio-economic, healthcare problem. But what is it? What is sarcopenia? Derived from the Greek words sarx (flesh) and penia (loss), sarcopenia, the loss…
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Live like a king
September 26, 2014
Richard III was king for a relatively short 26 months before his untimely and violent death at the Battle of Bosworth. However, analysis of his bones and teeth have shown…
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Responsibilities of the employer
September 26, 2014
In this article we will explore the responsibilities of the employer in greater detail. We will examine the different steps the employer can take in the development and implementation of…
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Fraud in the NHS
September 26, 2014
Dealing with fraud We all know that the majority of people who work in and use the NHS are honest, but a minority will seek to defraud it. At least…
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Warm and Fuzzy – Love and relationships
September 26, 2014
This week thoughts turn to love, romance and relationships. And its not even Spring……. I am a member of a group of professionals working in the field of learning disability…
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