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This is why the orange is in my bio. Thank you for a great video @SamuelLJackson #ShareTheOrange #Dementia #DementiaAwareness #WorldAlzheimersDay #WorldAlzheimersMonth

Not sure if you actually need to write or update your will? @octopuslegacy have made a free 1-minute quiz and find out what legal, financial and emotional plans you’ve already put in place, and what still needs sorting octopuslegacy.pulse.ly/3rylkf1pr4

Last year NICE announced that it was not recommending Alzheimer’s drugs lecanemab or donanemab for use on the NHS, due to not meeting the NICE threshold for cost-effectiveness. This means that although the drugs were found to be safe and effective, they have been unavailable on the NHS, as their benefits were deemed too small to justify the cost. However, today NICE has announced its decision to review some aspects of their assessments of these drugs, following appeals by both drug companies. We welcome NICE's decision to look again at the case for lecanemab and donanemab, particularly at the significant impact of dementia on unpaid carers. We know that carers are too often pushed to breaking point and this needs to be properly recognised. People living with dementia are desperate for new treatments that delay the progression of symptoms and help them stay independent for longer. The science is moving fast and globally more people are starting to access these drugs, but the UK is falling behind. With over 30 Alzheimer’s disease drugs in late-stage clinical trials, there are likely to be more treatments submitted for approval soon. The Government must be ambitious about preparing for new treatments in their upcoming dementia plan. Time is ticking and it’s important that people with dementia in the UK don’t miss out. Headline via The Times.

Did you know King’s is home to one of the largest tissue banks in the UK? This #BrainAwarenessWeek, Dr Claire Troakes invites us into the London Neurodegenerative Diseases Brain Bank – driving neuroscience research both in King’s and around the world. #ScienceAtKings @KingsIoPPN

Be part of the iconic Hackney Half! This is your chance to take on the vibrant streets of east London and change lives for carers across the UK. Secure your place now: carersuk.pulse.ly/7b3e4d00av

#RussianWarCrimes #BringKidsBack #Ukraine #PutinWarCriminal 🇺🇦 🌻 #SlavaUkraïni 🇺🇦 🌻

£6tn of North Sea oil and gas was sold by Margaret Thatcher for £6bn. If you are going to get angry about the North Sea get angry about this massive theft.

Are you an early‑career MND researcher? Applications are now open for our annual MND EnCouRage event — apply by 30 March for the chance to share your work with the MND community, fellow researchers and leading professionals. 📍 Loughborough 📆 14-15 July

The UN Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine has concluded that, based on the evidence collected, Russian authorities have committed crimes against humanity, including the deportation and forcible transfer of Ukrainian children, as well as their enforced disappearance. In its report, the Commission documented systemic violations of international humanitarian law and human rights committed by Russia in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine. Key findings of the report: 🔹 Deportation of Ukrainian children The Commission confirmed the deportation of at least 1,205 Ukrainian children, including 995 who had been transferred even before the start of the full-scale invasion from 11 institutions located in the so-called “LNR” and “DNR”. International law permits only the temporary evacuation of children for imperative reasons. Instead, Russia coordinated the long-term transfer and placement of Ukrainian children on its territory. Some of the deported children were placed for adoption with Russian military personnel and officials. Their documents were altered and Russian citizenship was imposed on them, further complicating their return home. 🔹 Sham trials against civilians During the occupation, dozens of Ukrainian civilians — including children and teenagers — were brought before so-called courts, often on fabricated charges. Those targeted included employees of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, former ATO veterans, relatives of Ukrainian servicemembers, and individuals whom the occupation authorities considered pro-Ukrainian. 🔹 Sexual violence The Commission documented cases of sexual violence committed by Russian military personnel against women, girls, men, and prisoners of war. These crimes occurred during house searches, in villages under occupation, and in detention facilities. Victims ranged in age from 13 to 52 years old, many suffering severe physical and psychological trauma. 🔹 Obstacles to the return of children Even when families know where their children are located, bringing them home remains extremely difficult. The report highlights that more than 80% of the children whose cases were examined by the Commission have not yet been returned. Russia has not established any mechanism for the safe and prompt return of deported children. Families are forced to navigate complex bureaucratic procedures, gather documents for months or even years, and travel through dangerous routes across multiple borders. In some cases, relatives were denied entry or threatened with accusations of cooperating with Ukraine in order to prevent them from retrieving their children. Some children have been returned only thanks to the efforts of Ukraine, human rights organizations, and international partners. Russia must be held accountable. We will not stop until every Ukrainian child is brought back home. #BringKidsBack

Articles exposing Palantir being suppressed by Elon Musk! Please break the algorithm and share and comment!

NEW: Two senior MOD whistleblowers with inside knowledge of Palantir's systems have come forward to @thenerve_news to say government ministers are ignorant of the grave national security risks the technology poses. Hugely important by @CharlieNotOld

Our new brand carries six unique fingerprints: a reminder of the six people diagnosed with MND every day, and the six who die from it every day. A simple, powerful reminder that every individual matters.

Can you help locate a missing man from Brabourne, Ashford? Fred Bridgham, 82, was last seen on Monday 9 March 2026 at around 3pm in Twiss Rd, Hythe. Read more here - kent.police.uk/news/kent/late…

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What are the signs of young onset #dementia? How quickly can symptoms progress? 💭👇 Sophie, our #AdmiralNurse for Young Onset Dementia, answers your questions. Share this post to help spread awareness! If you're noticing dementia symptoms which are interfering with your daily life and are a clear change from what’s normal, you should speak to your GP for advice. Or contact an Admiral Nurse on our free Helpline by calling 0800 888 6678.

BRUTAL weather conditions for the gruelling #DoddiesTripleCrown challenge yesterday! ROB WAINRIGHT is overcome as he talks about the #MND cause and the stoicism of his cyclists, including Doddie's wife Kathy! ONWARD to #Dublin UNDAUNTED to deliver the #SixNations #IREvSCO ball! 🙏: justgiving.com/campaign/tripl…

The BBKA is an umbrella organisation for over 270 beekeeping groups. To find the nearest one to you check out the map in this link... bbka.org.uk/find-beekeepin…

T-Shirts & Merch for Dementia Researchers - A work in progress, but the popup shop is OPEN! dementia-researcher.myspreadshop.net

In this episode of the 'In Two Minds' podcast, Carrie Williams talks about her 28-year love story with her husband Gareth who was diagnosed with frontotemporal #dementia in his 50s. 🎤 Listen here: podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/car…

What area of dementia research matters most to you right now?

“Alan has described it like he is disappearing” Alan, living with Alzheimer’s, is taking part in research to help himself — and future generations ❤️ 👉 Read his story to see how research makes a difference to dementia diagnosis and treatments:news.joindementiaresearch.nihr.ac.uk/why-alan-signe…