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PM's dementia support plans

The Prime Minister is calling on a million members of the public to provide support for dementia sufferers. David Cameron has set out his ambitious plan to create masses of "dementia friends" who will be able to spot the signs of the condition.

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Prime Minister outlines dementia support plan

The Prime Minister is calling on a million members of the public to provide support for dementia sufferers.

David Cameron has set out his ambitious plan to create masses of "dementia friends" who will be able to spot the signs of the condition and offer support for sufferers.

The Prime Minister has said that tackling dementia is a "personal priority" of his. Credit: Stefan Rousseau/PA Wire/Press Association Images

Mr Cameron, who says that tackling dementia is a "personal priority" of his, hopes that one million people will sign up to receive coaching sessions by 2015.

The sessions, which will be provided in church halls and workplaces, will help to raise awareness and teach people how to support those with the condition.

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