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Science history: Doctor autopsies the brain of a man who couldn't speak — and reveals the seat of spoken language — April 18, 1861

Dr. Paul Broca conducted an autopsy on a patient known as "Tan," who had aphasia, or the inability to speak. Broca's work identified a region of the brain that is key to spoken language.

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Bruce Willis Is 'Not Doing Great': Actor's Dementia Update Is Not Looking Good Says Daughter Rumer

The 70-year-old Die Hard star, who retired from acting after being diagnosed with aphasia in 2022, is now living with frontotemporal dementia.

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Bruce Willis’s daughter Tallulah shares intimate moments with father amid dementia fight

In an update for fans, Bruce Willis’s daughter Tallulah has shared intimate moments with her father amid his ongoing battle with frontotemporal dementia and aphasia.

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Wendy Williams’s tragic tale shines a light on court-ordered conservatorship

Former talkshow host takes public her battle to remove her guardian, ordered by a court due to dementia and aphasia

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Edwyn Collins: ‘If I come across awkwardly – so what?’

INTERVIEW: The former Orange Juice frontman talks to Craig McLean about his new album, the Keir Starmer connection, the aphasia he experiences after his double stroke, and his unfailing optimism

The Independent UK

Wendy Williams 'takes major step towards ending guardianship'

Former TV presenter Wendy Williams is requested that a judge ends her guardianship as she denies being cognitively impaired.

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Wendy Williams opposes her guardianship

The former daytime television host now denounces her dementia and aphasia diagnosis

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Wendy Williams denies being 'cognitively impaired' as she addresses guardianship

Former daytime talk show host Wendy Williams has insisted she is "not cognitively impaired" and feels like she's "in prison".

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Wendy Williams Is “Incapacitated” Amid Dementia Diagnosis, Experts Explain What It All Means

“Not everybody who is living with a form of dementia will become incapacitated even after many years." The post Wendy Williams Is “Incapacitated” Amid Dementia Diagnosis, Experts Explain What It All Means first appeared on Bored Panda.

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Carole Pound obituary

Other lives: Speech and language therapist whose academic research focused on humanising service for people with aphasia

The Guardian - UK

Emma Heming Willis Addresses Misleading Headlines About Husband's Health

Emma Heming Willis addresses rumors about Bruce Willis' health, emphasizes accurate reporting, and shares updates on his aphasia diagnosis.

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Wendy Williams Diagnosed With Primary Progressive Aphasia And Frontotemporal Dementia

Wendy Williams diagnosed with primary progressive aphasia and FTD, facing challenges with alcohol abuse and cognitive decline. Follow her health journey.

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Wendy Williams diagnosed with progressive aphasia and frontotemporal dementia aged 59

Spokespeople for Wendy shared details of her recent decline in health and aphasia and dementia diagnosis

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Wendy Williams Reveals Diagnosis Of Aphasia And Dementia

Learn about aphasia and frontotemporal dementia through Wendy Williams' disclosure, emphasizing awareness and support for those living with these conditions.

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Wendy Williams Battles Frontotemporal Dementia And Aphasia Diagnosis In 2024

Learn about Wendy Williams' health challenges, including frontotemporal dementia, substance abuse, and lymphedema, and her advocacy for understanding and c...

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Wendy Williams Diagnosed With Primary Progressive Aphasia And FTD

Wendy Williams, aged 59, diagnosed with primary progressive aphasia and frontotemporal dementia, receives care and support for her conditions.

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Wendy Williams' dementia diagnosis

"Many individuals diagnosed with aphasia and frontotemporal dementia face stigma and misunderstanding"

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Wendy Williams is diagnosed with aphasia and frontotemporal dementia

News of the former TV host's medical diagnosis comes days ahead of the TV premiere of Where is Wendy Williams? — a two-part documentary detailing her health battles.

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Wendy Williams Diagnosed With Frontotemporal Dementia

Learn about Wendy Williams' diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia and aphasia, and how she is receiving care and support amidst her health challenges.

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Bruce Willis’ wife Emma Heming marks ‘hard’ 16-year anniversary with actor

Earlier this year, Bruce’s family announced that his previous diagnosis of the cognitive condition aphasia has developed into frontotemporal dementia

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How does our brain learn to read?

Humans can speak multiple languages, read and write them, and comprehend them with the help of the VWFA in the brain. Early training and good nutrition can help children excel in reading and other areas of life. Dyslexia and aphasia are language disorders that can affect reading and comprehension. Those…

The Conversation

Is it normal to forget words while speaking? And when can it spell a problem?

We’ve all experienced that moment mid-sentence when we just can’t find the word we want to use, even though we’re certain we know it.

Daily Record

West Lothian man with same brain condition as Bruce Willis speaks of the impact on his life

Scott Gardner (51) developed aphasia after experiencing stroke in 2021

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Bruce Willis’ Daughter Tallulah Says They Used To Joke ‘Die Hard Messed With Dad’s Ears’ Before They Knew What Was Going On

The family of Bruce Willis joked the actor had Die Hard-induced hearing loss prior to his aphasia diagnosis.

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What is frontotemporal dementia? Bruce Willis’s family 'know he is not going to get better'

The actor’s wife Emma Heming Willis has been her husband’s “care partner” eversince the diagnosis

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