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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Camilla Foster

Why Dame Judi Dench is pushing for earlier dementia diagnoses

Oscar-winning actress Dame Judi Dench has lent her support to a new campaign by Alzheimer’s Research UK, which is pressing the government to ensure earlier dementia diagnoses through the NHS.

The "Dementia Unseen" campaign and accompanying petition have been launched following the removal of the NHS target for 66.7 per cent of dementia patients to receive a diagnosis from its 2025-26 planning guidance.

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