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New dementia drug raises hopes and fears

These dementia treatments are opening uncharted territory. Here's some of what people should know

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Kerala University to create awareness on Alzheimer’s disease among youngsters

It also aims to shed light on the neurobiology research that is under way into the contributing factors of neurodegenerative disorders including the role of the gut-brain axis and incompatible food choices.

The Hindu

Popular heartburn medicine increases dementia risk by 33%, study finds

People who took a type of heartburn drug called proton pump inhibitors for nearly 4.5 years faced a 33% greater risk of dementia. Some over-the-counter versions are sold under the brand names Prilosec, Nexium and Prevacid.

Chicago Sun-Times

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Bake Off’s John Whaite opens up about recent ADHD diagnosis

The baker and author said that his recent diagnosis ‘makes sense of everything’

The Independent UK

Depression symptoms are lessened by social media interventions: Study

According to a recent study by UCL researchers, receiving therapy for problematic social media use can be effective in improving the mental well-being of people with depression. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Acidity pills can cause memory loss, says new study

Do you suffer from acidity regularly and end up popping acid reflux pills? If yes, you need to be aware of the potential risks. A new study has found that those who take acid reflux medications regularly for four-and-a-half years or more may have a higher risk of dementia, compared…

The Times of India

Insurers won't cover new Alzheimer's treatment for some customers

Some private insurers are balking at paying for the first drug fully approved to slow mental decline in Alzheimer’s patients

The Independent UK

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Exam stress is putting pupils’ mental health at risk, says UCL research

The survey comes as teenagers across England prepare to receive their A-level results

Evening Standard

US records highest number of annual suicides in 2022

Last year, the number jumped by 3 percent to about 49,449, according to new data.

Al Jazeera

Hobbies can reduce depression risk by 30 per cent, London study finds

Over 8,000 adults over the age of 50, 72% of whom reported having a hobby, were examined over the course of 13 years

Evening Standard

What role do schools play in addressing youth mental health?

Public schools have expanded their mental health services since the pandemic, but school staff still report barriers to progress.

USAFacts

Canada hospital apologises for mentioning assisted suicide programme to woman seeking help for suicidal thoughts

Kathrin Mentler says she was offered medical assistance in dying treatment after seeking psychiatric help

The Independent UK

Studies shows long-term use of certain acid reflux drugs linked to increased risk of dementia

According to new research published in the issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology, people who take proton pump inhibitors for four and a half years or more may have a higher risk of dementia than people who do not take these medications. Read further…

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Long-term use of certain acid reflux drugs linked to increased risk of dementia: Study

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Zenger

Type Of Acid Reflux Drug Could Increase Dementia Risk

The medication has been previously linked to higher risk of stroke, broken bones and kidney disease.

Louder

“I’m quite happy no one knows who we are!” IO Earth on working out of the spotlight

Birmingham prog rockers IO Earth continue to plough their own unique furrow wthin the music business to ever greater success

WEKU

When a brain injury impairs memory, a pulse of electricity may help

A severe traumatic brain injury can make it hard to remember recent events or conversations. But a form of brain stimulation appears to ease this memory deficit.

Dynamite News

Study reveals how brain stimulation improves gait function in Parkinson’s disease patients

Patients with Parkinson's disease (PD), an illness that affects millions of people worldwide, experience gait-related abnormalities that significantly lower their quality of life. Read further on Dynamite News:

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The Guardian - UK

A moment that changed me: I was outraged by the risks facing my children – so we moved to the country

Black Caribbean people born in the UK have a higher chance of schizophrenia, and city life is a factor. So when a chance came to live in Somerset, I leapt at it

Marie Claire

More Brits than ever are suffering from summer depression - 11 warning signs you are, too

Search on the term has risen 450% in the last three months alone.

The Independent UK

Handful of nuts a day ‘associated with 17% lower risk of depression’

Researchers speculate that anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties of nuts may have a protective effect.

Zenger

Depression And Anxiety Do Not Increase Risk Of Cancer: Study

The data was collected from 300,000 adults across the Netherlands, United Kingdom, Norway and Canada published in ACS Journal.

The Independent UK

Dementia breakthrough as drug treatment comes one step closer

Vascular dementia affects around 150,000 people in the UK

The Independent UK

Study reveals key cause of restricted blood flow to brain in vascular dementia

Researchers hope the discovery will accelerate development of treatments for the condition.

Marie Claire

Bella Hadid Says She's "Finally Healthy" After Struggling With Lyme Disease for "Almost 15 Years"

She's currently taking a break from work to care for herself.

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