Official figures later today are expected to confirm that the NHS has now offered the Covid-19 vaccine to residents at every eligible care home with older residents across England.
Relatives desperate for close contact are campaigning for people with dementia in care homes to be able to see family and friends safely.
Relatives desperate for close contact are campaigning for people with dementia in care homes to be able to see family and friends safely.
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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.
Tony's wife, Sheila, has Alzheimer's disease and lives in a care home. He shares his experience of receiving his first dose of the coronavirus vaccination, and a new poem called The Jab.
Tony's wife, Sheila, has Alzheimer's disease and lives in a care home. He shares his experience of receiving his first dose of the coronavirus vaccination, and a new poem called The Jab.
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PA reported that one in 10 care home staff say they are not receiving regular coronavirus tests, five months after a Government pledge, a survey by Unison has found.
A report from Age UK, surveying 2,732 people, found 70% of respondents said that they had not been able to visit or see their loved one since the start of the pandemic.
Lockdown has prevented Kevin Jones from being with his partner in her care home.
Lockdown has prevented Kevin Jones from being with his partner in her care home.
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Museums are finding creative new ways to stay engaged with people who have dementia during the pandemic.
Museums are finding creative new ways to stay engaged with people who have dementia during the pandemic.
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