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'Guided Like a Dementia Patient': Video of Erdoğan Guiding Trump's Hand Sparks Fresh Health Specylations

Video of Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdoğan guiding Donald Trump's hand and the US leader apparently dozing during a NATO summit in Ankara has revived fierce speculation about Trump's health and fitness for office.

International Business Times UK · Jul 9

Life Lesson quote by Bruce Willis: by 'You can't undo the past, but you can certainly not...' - Hollywood icon's powerful advice on embracing growth instead of regret

Bruce Willis achieved global stardom with iconic action roles and diverse film performances. He also shared a life lesson about learning from past mistakes. His family announced his retirement from acting due to aphasia and dementia diagnoses. They now raise awareness for frontotemporal dementia and support affected individuals. Willis's influential…

The Economic Times · Jul 9

Mental illness is up in young people, dementia is now the biggest killer: Australia’s health in 2026

Australians’ life expectancy has increased steadily over time but dropped during the COVID pandemic, according to a new report released today by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare.

The Conversation · Jul 8

Scientists Found Why Some Brains Resist Alzheimer's Disease: Here Is the Cellular Survival Mechanism They Discovered

Netherlands Institute for Neuroscience researchers found immature neuron behavior — not just quantity — determines Alzheimer's cognitive resilience. Here's what it means for the 30% who never develop dementia.

Medical Daily · Jul 7

'A Big Mistake': Medical Expert Uses Slowed-Down Video to Expose 'Observable' Signs of Trump's Dementia

A speech-language pathologist suggests Donald Trump's appearance on a children's web series shows signs of dementia, sparking debate over his health. The White House has not commented on these claims.

International Business Times UK · Jul 6

'A Sign of Dementia': Expert Claims Trump's Viral Ribbon-Cutting 'Kleptomania' Points to Brain Damage

A neurologically focused pathologist has suggested that Donald Turmp's now-viral decision to pocket ceremonial scissors during a ribbon-cutting may be a sign of dementia rather than simple 'kleptomania.'

International Business Times UK · Jul 4

'It Looks More Like Dementia': Pathologist Says Viral Trump 'Scissors' Clip Could Be Consistent With Frontal Lobe Impairment

A pathologist suggests Donald Trump's viral 'scissors' moment may indicate dementia, linking it to frontal lobe impairment rather than kleptomania, amid ongoing debates about his cognitive health.

International Business Times UK · Jul 4

'Degenerative Brain Problem': Neurologist Says Trump's AI Teddy Roosevelt Chat and Walk Raise Dementia Concerns

President Trump faced online ridicule after interacting with an AI version of Theodore Roosevelt, mistaking it for a real person, sparking discussions about his cognitive health.

International Business Times UK · Jul 3

Study Finds Dementia Risk Factors Hit Women Harder – High Blood Pressure, BMI and Hearing Loss Are Key

As researchers continue searching for ways to reduce dementia risk, a new study is shedding light on why women may face a greater burden than men. Scientists found that several well-known risk factors—including high blood pressure, elevated body mass index (BMI), hearing loss, and diabetes—appear to have a stronger negative…

Budget and the Bees · Jul 3

What is mild cognitive impairment? And does it always lead to dementia?

You’ve forgotten a few appointments lately and you find yourself losing track of conversations. Close friends or family may have also noticed some changes in your memory or thinking.

The Conversation · Jul 3