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  1. Cognitive, Dementia and Memory Service

    The CDAMS provides diagnosis and referrals to those experiencing memory loss and decreased cognition.

  2. Down syndrome and Alzheimer's

    Studies of the brains of people with Down syndrome reveal that, by the age of 40, almost all develop the brain changes characteristic of Alzheimer's disease.

  3. Motor neurone disease (MND)

    Motor neurone disease (MND) is also called amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and Lou Gehrig's disease. MND is a rapidly progressing, neurological disease. Motor neurones are nerve cells that control the voluntary muscles of the trunk and limbs, and affect speech, swallowing and breathing. Damage to these nerves causes muscle weakness and wasting. People with MND become increasingly disabled, and may lose speech, have difficulty swallowing and eventually die from respiratory (breathing) failure.

  4. Fighting your fears

    Fear is a natural human emotion, and it is something that everyone experiences in their lifetime. What matters most is how you fight your fears, and whether you let them affect your life.

  5. Epilepsy and learning

    Epilepsy is a common condition of the brain in which people experience recurrent unprovoked seizures. Most people living with epilepsy progress well as learners through primary and secondary school, further education and training.

  6. Multiple sclerosis (MS) - common symptoms

    Common symptoms of multiple sclerosis can be eased with medications, therapies and self-help strategies.

  7. Breakfast

    People who skip breakfast may lack sufficient vitamins and minerals including iron, calcium, zinc and vitamin B2.

  8. Alcohol related brain impairment

    A person with alcohol related brain impairment (ARBI) might experience problems with coordination, thinking, planning and memory.

  9. Epilepsy in children

    Children with epilepsy generally have seizures that respond well to medication, and they enjoy a normal and active childhood.

  10. Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS)

    Myalgic encephalomyelitis, commonly known as chronic fatigue syndrome, can affect people of any age, including children.

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