Cameron pledges £300m investment into dementia research
David Cameron said the funds will go towards creating an international dementia institute over the next five years in a bid to make the UK a world leader for research and medical trials.
UK set to be 'best place in world' for dementia research
The UK is set to be the "best place in the world" for dementia research after getting a £300 million cash injection from the government.
Announcing the plans today, David Cameron said: "It is a very simple but bold ambition.
"That is to make the United Kingdom the best place on the planet in terms of researching into dementia, diagnosing people with dementia and then treating, helping and caring for them.
"Not just hospitals and care homes, but the whole of our country making dementia friendly communities."
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One million sign up to be 'Dementia friends'
One million people, including celebrities such as Amanda Holden and Pixie Lott, have signed up to help Alzheimer's sufferers in England.
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Government plans £300m boost for dementia research
Funds will go towards creating an international dementia institute in a bid to make the UK a world leader for research and medical trials.