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Certain snacks may increase risk of dementia if eaten regularly

According to a new study, people who eat the highest amounts of over-processed food may have a 25 per cent higher risk of developing dementia than those who eat the lowest amounts.

Edinburgh Live

Eating cookies and crisps ‘linked to increased risk of dementia'

Those who eat the lowest amounts are at a far lower risk, the study has indicated.

Irish Mirror

Everything you need to stop doing to reduce your risk of dementia, according to two major new studies

Dementia is the seventh leading cause of death among all diseases, and one of the major causes of disability and dependency among older people.

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Despicable Caregivers Stole War Hero’s Medals And Jewelry From Vulnerable Adults

Two despicable carers preyed on a 91-year-old widow to steal jewelry valued at nearly $12,000 bought by her late husband and also swiped a dementia sufferer’s rare WWI medals.

Zenger

Urgent dementia warning for people who love crisps, biscuits and fizzy drinks

Brits that eat junk food and heavily-processed products are at an increased risk of being diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease later on in life, worrying new research has revealed

Daily Mirror

Dementia risk linked to 'eating certain foods such as cookies, crisps and sausages'

Researchers found that eating more processed foods - such as crisps, baked beans and fizzy drinks - may increase the risk of developing dementia

Daily Record

Dementia risk could be lowered 'by doing household chores and DIY'

The study also found that mental activities such as seeing family or friends may reduce risks.

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A Hunger by Ross Raisin review – a superb portrait of care and sacrifice

The story of a chef whose controlling husband has early onset dementia explores the hardest ethical dilemmas about value, choice and freedom

The Guardian - UK

Cooking, washing-up and gardening 'can cut the risk of Alzheimer's'

Exercise and meeting friends can also reduce your risk, says new research

Wales Online

Crisps and cookies ‘linked to increased risk of dementia’

Fizzy drinks and chocolate may also increase risks

Wales Online

Exercising, doing housework and visiting family and friends 'cut risk of dementia'

One of the activities lowered the risk by a third

Wales Online

Eating ultra processed foods like crisps and cookies ‘linked to increased risk of dementia’

Replacing ultra-processed foods with unprocessed or minimally processed foods was associated with a lower risk, researchers found.

The Independent UK

Chores, exercise and social visits linked to lower risk of dementia – study

Researchers found that the associations were present even in people at genetic risk for dementia.

The Independent UK

Charity calls for increased support for people living with dementia

Age Scotland has called for increased care and support for people living with dementia, for whom Scotland’s new National Care Service will be…

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Air pollution ‘likely’ to increase the risk of developing dementia, say experts

A Government research group has found that air pollution is "likely" to increase the risk of accelerated cognitive decline and suffering from dementia

ABC News

Dementia diagnosis important but not defining, say advocates for community awareness

Early diagnosis, finding a passion, and more acceptance from others are things Gwenda Darling wants as she navigates life with dementia.

The Guardian - UK

Rugby union warned ‘radical action’ must be taken to counter brain disease

‘Delay is no longer an option,’ said Progressive Rugby, a pressure group which has claimed the reputation of the sport is being ‘damaged beyond repair’

Wales Online

More Wales rugby internationals yet to go public as Popham reveals Ryan Jones conversations and suicide cases

The former Wales No. 8 revealed he had been diagnosed with early-onset dementia and probable CTE in December, 2020

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Ex-Wales star emotionally reveals nine-year-old son accidentally discovered his dementia

Former Welsh rugby star Lenny Woodard was diagnosed a year ago amid a number of former pro players launching a lawsuit against RFU and World Rugby following their diagnosis of brain damage

The National (Scotland)

Calls for bold action on emissions in Scotland after report shows dementia link

A new report has found incidents of dementia and cognitive decline are "almost consistently associated" with exposure to air pollution

Wales Online

Tonight's rugby news as son in tears over Wales international's diagnosis and World Cup opponents to be decided

Here are the latest rugby stories from Wales and beyond today

Dublin Live

Ex-Apprentice star Pamela Laird's plea to Dubs after dad's dementia diagnosis

"I am all too aware of what so many families go through in Ireland – the confusion, the sadness and the isolation"

The Independent UK

Players with early-onset dementia to issue proceedings against rugby authorities

The law firm representing the group says this is the largest ‘class action’ ever launched outside the United States.

Glasgow Live

Giffnock care home set up pub for improved quality of life for dementia patients

The 'Staying Inn' pub at Eastwood Court care home has improved both the mental and physical health of residents as well as increased their food and fluid intake.

The Guardian - UK

Rugby and dementia: if it thinks it is going away, the game is deluding itself

We know from American football that a storm is heading rugby’s way. The governing bodies must act now rather than wait to see if a court of law finds them liable

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