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This week is Dementia Action Week, and an opportunity to continue raising awareness of dementia, the UK’s biggest killer (1). What is dementia? Dementia is a group of symptoms. It’s caused by different diseases that damage the brain. Dementia is progressive; the symptoms get worse over time and include: memory loss confusion and needing help with daily tasks problems with language and understanding changes in behaviour There are many types of dementia, but Alzheimer’s

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11-17 May 2026 is Mental Health Awareness Week. Our blog looks at what good mental health looks like, common mental health issues, and where to get support. What is positive mental health? The World Health Organisation defines health as “a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity”. Good mental health is essential to overall wellness and happiness. Positive mental health enables people to cope with the stress