Charity warns of 'retreat' from dementia research

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http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-19653707


Alzheimer's significantly decreases brain volume (at left) in those affected


A leading health research charity says drugs companies may "retreat" from dementia research without more support.

Alzheimer's Research UK says more government help is needed to ensure the industry does not "retreat" from the challenge of finding new drugs.

The warning follows disappointing results in recent clinical trials.

The pharmaceutical industry body, the ABPI, says there are over 200 medicines under development for Alzheimer's.

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1. Major effects in elder-care from this. Look for a return of "chemical restraints" used either in

private environments, including in-home care, or in poorer and less appropriately supervised community facilities. + Increase in hospice marketing.