Government must help younger patients, says Alzheimer’s Society

The Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland is today calling on the Government to address the needs of younger patients with dementia in the health system.

The organisation's annual conference is being held in C. Offaly today, where the main focus will be on the role of carers.

Disability and Mental Health Minister John Moloney will open the event in Tullamore.

The Society's chief executive Maurice O'Connell has said the Minister needs to look at the issues for people aged under 65 affected by the condition.