Computers 'spot Alzheimer's fast'
Computers can diagnose Alzheimer's disease faster and more accurately than experts, research suggests.
25 Feb 2008
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Declining value of winter fuel payment leaves pensioners in the cold - Alexander
The Liberal Democrats today revealed figures showing that the declining value of the Winter Fuel Payment means it only just pays for a quarter of a pensioner's fuel bills.
21 Feb 2008
Disabled day care centre to close
A day care centre for disabled adults in Gwynedd is to close despite a protest by supporters. Canolfan Segontium in Caernarfon is attended by 24 adults, many with severe disabilities. Protestors said the care at the centre was exceptional and there was concern about what would happen to the people who used it if it closed.
21 Feb 2008
Doctors should treat the sick not police the benefits system - Lamb
Commenting ahead of Alan Johnson's speech today in which he will set out plans to change Britain's 'sick note culture' into a 'well note culture', Liberal Democrat Shadow Health Secretary, Norman Lamb said:
20 Feb 2008
Bid to tackle 'sick-note culture'
Health Secretary Alan Johnson says he wants to see doctors take a lead in tackling the sick-note culture.
20 Feb 2008
Long-term care costs 'to double'
People approaching retirement can expect the cost of residential care in their old age to double in the next 20 years in Britain, research suggests. Saga, a firm which specializes in services for the over-50s, estimates a four-year stay in a care home will soar from £112,312 to £223,476 by 2028.
19 Feb 2008