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Vaccines hold tantalizing promise in the fight against dementia

Over the past two centuries, vaccines have been critical for preventing infectious diseases. The World Health Organization estimates that vaccination prevents between 3 million and 5 million deaths annually from diseases like diphtheria, tetanus, influenza, measles and, more recently, COVID-19.

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We fed people a milkshake with 130g of fat to see what it did to their brains – here’s what we learned

A greasy takeaway may seem like an innocent Friday night indulgence. But our recent research suggests even a single high-fat meal could impair blood flow to the brain, potentially increasing the risk of stroke and dementia.

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New study reveals cycling can reduce dementia risk by 88%

This workout has been found to have brain-boosting benefits

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The staggering wait for dementia diagnosis laid bare in alarming report

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Dementia patients being forced to wait up to two years for a diagnosis, damning study reveals

The report’s findings point towards a ‘government failure to address the growing demand for dementia services’

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Why it’s important to protect your hearing as you age – and what experts suggest

What’s most important about hearing health how it helps people stay engaged, say experts – here’s how to support it

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Dementia: Facts about Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia

Learn about dementia, how it affects people, how it's diagnosed and what treatments are available.

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Four reasons it can take years to diagnose dementia

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It takes 3.5 years to diagnose dementia after the first symptoms, new research suggests

Early diagnosis is crucial to improve patients’ future quality of life

The Independent UK

Want to age well? These are the 3 things you must do

A new study confirms that staying sharp as you age is tied to eating well, staying physically active, and stimulating your brain.

Euronews

To stay sharper while aging, get active, challenge your brain, and eat healthy

Older Americans worried about cognitive decline can stay sharper for longer by exercising both their bodies and their brains and eating healthier

The Independent UK

What if 10,000 steps per day was never the magic number?

Activity is important, cutting down on risks of everything from cardiovascular disease to dementia to depressive symptoms. But do you need all 10,000 steps every day?

Fortune

Alzheimer’s progression could be slowed by these changes to lifestyle

Researchers say changes are particularly beneficial for carriers of a gene that may raise the risk of dementia

The Independent UK

CervoMed's Dementia Data Show Slowed Disease Progression

CervoMed Inc. (NASDAQ:CRVO) on Monday shared 32-week data from the Extension phase of its Phase 2b RewinD-LB trial evaluating oral neflamapimod in patients with Dementia with Lewy Bodies (DLB).

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India’s dementia emergency: 9 million cases, set to double by 2036, but systems unprepared

Lakshmi (name changed), a school headmistress, was well-known for her warmth, boundless energy and legendary parties. A few years after retirement, she began to wane with mild signs of cognitive decline, which quickly deteriorated into dementia after the loss of her husband.

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‘The invisible threat’: Air pollution exposure over time raises the risk of dementia, study finds

The study adds to a growing body of evidence that dirty air could be bad for our brains.

The Guardian - UK

Air pollution raises risk of dementia, say Cambridge scientists

Most comprehensive study of its kind highlights dangers of vehicle emissions and woodburning stoves

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Could the copper in your diet help prevent memory loss, as new study suggests?

More and more research suggests that the copper in your diet could play a bigger role in brain health than we once believed. A recent study found that older Americans who ate more copper-rich foods did better on memory and concentration tests.

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Bruce Willis Shows Heartfelt Gratitude to LA First Responders in Rare Instagram Appearance Amid Dementia Battle

In a touching moment shared on Instagram, Bruce Willis expressed his heartfelt thanks to Los Angeles first responders. The rare post comes as the actor continues his public battle with dementia.

The Guardian - AU

‘Slip, slop, slap for brain health’: Australia needs a major prevention campaign for dementia, doctor says

Prof Henry Brodaty of UNSW says managing risk factors such as diet and anxiety is a cost-effective way of curbing the disease

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Brain expert champions national fight against dementia

A leading brain researcher calls for federal funding of a pioneering program aimed at reducing rates of dementia and slowing progress of the disease.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Senate committee doubles down on THC ban, saying state and local governments don’t have the resources for regulations

Senate Bill 5 would ban products containing any detectable amount of any cannabinoid, creating criminal offenses for possession of hemp-derived THC.

International Business Times UK

Bruce Willis Illness Update: Are Social Media Claims Regarding His Health Exaggerated?

Bruce Willis's health sparks viral claims online. Here's what's confirmed about his frontotemporal dementia and what's been exaggerated on social media.

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Dogs are helping people regulate stress even more than expected, research shows

In a 2022 survey of 3,000 U.S. adults, more than one-third of respondents reported that on most days, they feel “completely overwhelmed” by stress. At the same time, a growing body of research is documenting the negative health consequences of higher stress levels, which include increased rates of cancer, heart…

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"You’re doing two full-time, emotional jobs" – 3 women share their 'sandwich carer' experiences

Balancing caring for parents and children with looking after yourself is a lot to take on – we spoke to women doing just that, and got their advice for others

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