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People with memory problems are being offered additional supports through a new 'Butterfly Scheme'. 

 

It's been introduced at Noble's Hospital and is designed to offer extra help and care to patients and their families. 

 

A discreet butterfly is put next to a patient's name on their medical notes - this indicates to staff that they might require things explaining more or might have a memory issue. 

 

The scheme, which has been launched in partnership with the Alzheimer's Society, works on an opt-in basis.

 

Cathie Quine is a senior nurse at Noble's:

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