Dementia Patients to be Tracked by GPS Satellite Device

Dementia patients will be tracked by GPS devices whenever they leave their homes under a new scheme to rescue them when they get lost, The Times has learnt.

The device is to be fitted into the jewellery or clothing of elderly patients, whose movements will be monitored by satellite.

They will have access to a panic button if they become confused or distressed, and their families or carers will be able to follow their movements on a secure website.'

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