Browse through our recent news and keep up to date with the latest on what’s been happening at Neuroclin Glasgow.
Glasgow Memory Clinic supports the Blythswood Care Christmas Shoebox Appeal for the third year in a row
Glasgow Memory Clinic has supported the Blythswood Care Christmas Shoebox Appeal since 2015, donating 99 boxes over the past three years. The boxes contain essentials such as hats, scarves and gloves, soap, toothpaste, brushes, toys and sweets. The shoe boxes are given to those less fortunate in a variety of countries including Albania, Bulgaria, Hungary, … Continued
On a mission with our new clinical study: MissionAD
Glasgow Memory Clinic conducts several different clinical trials including Early Trial, Engage and Daybreak. We are now pleased to offer the MissionAD clinical research programme. The MissionAD study is a clinical research programme that examines the effects of an investigational drug for the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease. Doctors are studying this investigational drug to see … Continued
Glasgow Memory Clinic to support Scottish Opera’s Memory Spinners for people with Dementia and their carers
Glasgow Memory Clinic prides themselves in seeking initiatives that can support and help people with dementia. That’s why we are delighted to be the corporate sponsor of Scottish Opera’s Memory Spinners. About Scottish Opera’s Memory Spinners Memory Spinners is a project run by Scottish Opera for participants living with dementia and their carers or support … Continued
What are the main benefits of getting involved with a clinical trial?
You may not be aware but September is World Alzheimer’s Month. This is an international campaign which has been running for 6 years, designed to raise awareness and challenge the stigma that surrounds dementia. This year’s theme is ‘Remember Me’ to highlight the importance of early detection and diagnosis of dementia. World Alzheimer’s Day is … Continued
Glasgow Memory Clinic have been awarded the Scottish Business Pledge
Launched in May 2015, The Scottish Business Pledge is a values-led partnership between the Scottish Government and businesses. To date, nearly 400 businesses have signed up – one of the latest companies to ‘take the pledge’ is Glasgow Memory Clinic. To qualify for the Scottish Business Pledge, you must be paying the Living Wage or … Continued
Does Alzheimer’s only affect old people?
It’s common to associate Alzheimer’s disease and dementia with older people but the condition can affect younger people too. Of all the people who have Alzheimer’s disease, about 5 percent will develop symptoms before age 65. People with dementia whose symptoms started before they were 65 are often described as having young-onset dementia. This can … Continued
Glasgow Memory Clinic’s Clinic Development Manager to tackle The Dundee Kiltwalk to raise money for ENABLE Scotland
Going that extra mile… This Sunday Glasgow Memory Clinic’s Clinic Development Manager, Alison Cranmer, will put her best foot forward to take part in The Dundee Kiltwalk. Setting off from the spectacular and renowned surroundings of St Andrews, Alison will take on the ‘Might Stride’, a 25-mile amble that takes in the several of the … Continued
Could you be the next volunteer for our research studies?
You could be eligible to receive £25 Glasgow Memory Clinic is an independent clinical research centre who seeks volunteers for a range of studies running at the clinic. Volunteers are absolutely vital in order to help find improved treatments and better ways to provide care for people diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Over the … Continued
This years’ AAIC highlights that research is the key to finding a cure for Alzheimer’s Disease
Glasgow Memory Clinic recently attended the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC 17) in London and a beacon of hope shone brightly and strongly during this years’ annual global gathering of Alzheimer’s researchers. At no point in human history have more scientists and researchers focussed their minds and efforts on finding a cure for Alzheimer’s – … Continued
Our research and current studies
Our research – we want to find a cure for Alzheimer’s disease Glasgow Memory Clinic is currently working on a new generation of treatments for Memory impairment, Prodromal Alzheimer’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease and Dementia. We are the only centre in Scotland that has conducted research on all of the currently licensed treatments for Alzheimer’s disease. … Continued