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Warning on drugs for Alzheimer's patients in nursing homes

The "chemical cosh" anti psychotic drugs that are widely prescribed for people with Alzheimer's disease in nursing homes do more harm than good, according to a study published today. Around 60% of nursing home Alzheimer's patients are anti psychotics antipsychotics such as risperidone to calm - and some say to contain - their behaviour. But the drugs, also known as neuroleptics, have severe side-effects, which include strokes and even death.

1 Apr 2008
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Disabled attack accused remanded

A man has appeared in court over an attack which left a physically disabled Belfast man fighting for his life. David McCarroll, 19, of no fixed address, was remanded in custody, charged with the attempted murder of Ross McCartney.

1 Apr 2008
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Tai Chi 'helps improve diabetes'

Tai Chi exercises can help people with type 2 diabetes control their condition, research suggests. Two separate studies found a 12-week programme of exercise was enough to boost the immune system, and to cut blood sugar levels.

1 Apr 2008
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Free transport pass is extended

Free off-peak bus travel for pensioners and disabled travellers is being extended so they can travel anywhere in England using a single pass. But some councils believe the £1bn the government has made available for funding may not be enough.

1 Apr 2008
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Scottish prescriptions cut to £5

The cost of NHS prescriptions in Scotland has been cut by almost £2. The reduction, from £6.85 to £5, is the first of several price drops, which will result in free prescriptions for all in 2011.

1 Apr 2008
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Free bus pass pair's epic voyage

Two women in their 60s are to embark on a 700-mile journey across England using free bus passes to get them around. Manju Ghosh, 60, from Bolton, Greater Manchester, and her friend, 66-year-old Christine Jackson, from Sheffield, will begin their trip on Tuesday.

1 Apr 2008
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