Infections

Flu jabs for people affected by dementia

Every year the flu vaccine saves lives by stopping thousands of people from becoming seriously ill from flu. This page will help you understand more about the flu jab and how to access it.

Advice

Hallucinations and dementia

Dementia may cause a person to have hallucinations or see things that aren't there. This is most common in people living with dementia with Lewy bodies, although other types of dementia may also cause hallucinations.

Sexual health and dementia

Sexual health is an important part of a healthy sex life. If you or your partner has dementia, you still need to consider the benefits and risks to keep you both healthy.

Research

‘I’m just doing my bit to help’ - Rapid testing for coronavirus using saliva

28 October 2020

Preventing and treating pressure ulcers

There are ways to reduce the risk of a person with dementia developing pressure ulcers and bedsores. It is also possible to treat pressure ulcers and relief the pain caused by them.

Pressure ulcers and bedsores

Pressure ulcers - also called pressure sores or bedsores - can develop if someone spends too long sitting or lying in one position. They are a particular risk for people with dementia.

End of life care: communication and physical needs

There are many ways to communicate with a person at the end of their life. There are also steps you can take to support a person with any pain, infections, eating and drinking problems, and delirium.

Flu jabs for people affected by dementia

Hallucinations and dementia

Sexual health and dementia

‘I’m just doing my bit to help’ - Rapid testing for coronavirus using saliva

Preventing and treating pressure ulcers

Pressure ulcers and bedsores

End of life care: communication and physical needs

UTIs and dementia - useful organisations

Tips to prevent UTIs in people with dementia

UTIs and delirium

Obtaining samples of urine to test for a UTI

What can cause a urinary tract infection?

Types of UTI and how they are treated

Useful links