The Latest Breaking News from Dementia

Bruce Willis diagnosed with dementia, family announces

The news was confirmed on social media on Thursday night.

Daily Record · Feb 16, 2023

Bruce Willis diagnosed with dementia as family release emotional statement

Bruce Willis' family revealed an 'unfortunate' update on the star's health – announcing that he has been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia

Daily Mirror · Feb 16, 2023

Dementia unit aims to revolutionise care at Liverpool home

Residents get personalised care at the new facility

Liverpool Echo · Feb 16, 2023

Government decision to scrap dedicated cancer strategy ‘will cost lives’

Last month the Government announced it would create a single strategy in England to tackle major illnesses such as cancer, mental health and dementia.

The Independent UK · Feb 15, 2023

Scientists reveal how to spot signs of dementia nine years before diagnosis

Early intervention could reduce your risk of developing dementia-related disease

The Independent UK · Feb 15, 2023

New research: Why more women than men get dementia

A large new study suggests that lack of education may account for why more women end up with dementia than men.

The New Daily · Feb 15, 2023

New dementia cafe opens in south Dublin

A well-known 90-year-old actress was among the attendees at the launch

Dublin Live · Feb 15, 2023

Being declared dead when you're still alive – why these very rare events occur

An 82-year-old woman who was recently pronounced dead at a New York nursing home was later discovered to be alive by funeral home staff. This follows a similar incident in Iowa where a 66-year-old woman with early-onset dementia was declared dead by a nurse, only to be found gasping for…

The Conversation · Feb 14, 2023

Popular medication may increase risk of dementia, new research suggests

Speak to your doctor if you are worried about the effects of your medication

Nottingham Post · Feb 14, 2023

One daily social practice could help stave off dementia

A new study finds that socially isolated adults are 28 percent more susceptible to dementia than those with a strong, consistent social network.

Inverse · Feb 13, 2023