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People with dementia are still people, with joys and interests of their own

Letters: Readers respond to an article by Jo Glanville about reading to her parents with dementia, and offer their own insights about supporting loved ones with the disease

The Guardian - UK

Husband watches mother-in-law get slapped by father-in-law and then shoots him dead in response, police say

Shaun Simon’s father-in-law was reportedly displaying dementia symptoms in the months prior to the shooting

The Independent UK

Number of young Australians with dementia set to soar

People living with young onset dementia is expected to rise by 40 per cent over the next three decades, with advocates warning greater investment is needed.

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Despite court win, Texas dementia fund still paused from going into effect

A Travis County judge on Wednesday ruled against a request to stop the Dementia Prevention and Research Institute, but because the lawsuit is still in play, the fund can’t go into effect.

The Texas Tribune

Researchers find most Americans with high blood pressure don’t have it under control

And more than 60 percent of U.S. adults with uncontrolled blood pressure aren’t taking medication for the chronic condition

The Independent UK

Dementia Starts in Your Legs: Doctor Reveals Shocking Truth

Many of us might already know that dementia is one of the main reasons for dependency and disability among older adults all over the world. Studies show that almost 10 million individuals get affected by dementia each year. However, the common belief is that not keeping the brain active is…

Times Life

A new study may explain why women are more at risk of dementia than men

It also looked into the link between menopause, HRT, and grey matter loss linked to dementia

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Can Proper Care Truly Extend the Lifespan of Short Lived Dog Breeds?

For dogs, especially those breeds with shorter lifespans, nutrition is the key to longevity. Feeding breed specific, high quality diets tailored to factors like size, age, and activity level helps maintain an ideal body weight, preventing obesity which strains joints, heart, and organs. These diets emphasize balanced nutrients, including omega…

Times Pets

Emmerdale actor shares ‘gut feeling’ that led to mother’s dementia diagnosis

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The Independent UK

Emmerdale star says family had to ‘really push’ for mother’s dementia diagnosis

‘I think everyone around me at the time was like ‘you’re being dramatic, everything’s fine’, and I was like ‘no, something’s not right’ says Charley Webb

The Independent UK

‘It wasn’t easy’: Actress Charley Webb on mother’s dementia diagnosis

Webb has since become an advocate for Alzheimer’s and dementia.

Evening Standard

‘My mum was diagnosed with dementia, so I invented new technology to help her’

Engineers Matt Ash and James Brown have developed a device to help people with dementia live independently for longer

The Independent UK

Reading was the key to breaking through the fog of my parents’ dementia

It was hard to communicate with my mother or father, until reading a book out loud led to a discovery, says journalist and radio producer Jo Glanville

The Guardian - UK

The protein powerhouse that boosts energy - and lowers blood pressure

High blood pressure leaves you at risk for stroke, heart attack, dementia, heart failure and kidney disease

The Independent UK

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Moment woman, 84, with dementia is mugged yards from her home in east London

CCTV footage shows Katherine Stockdale, 84, being targeted yards from her home in Poplar on Saturday

The Independent UK

Ilhan Omar accuses Trump of having dementia and says president is ‘obsessed’ with her

Trump's 'hateful rhetoric', means death threats against Minnesota Congresswoman have 'skyrocketed', she says

LiveScience

Can AI detect cognitive decline better than a doctor? New study reveals surprising accuracy

Designed to assist rather than replace doctors, a new autonomous tool scans clinical notes to highlight patients who may need urgent follow-up for cognitive decline and potential dementia.

The Independent UK

Bruce Willis’s wife Emma Heming shares the ‘blessing and the curse’ of actor’s dementia diagnosis

Heming Willis has been open about her experience as a caregiver for her husband

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Ian McEwan calls for assisted dying rights to extend to dementia sufferers

The author, whose family has been impacted by dementia, says provision in living wills could clarify intentions when a person declines to the point they are ‘alive and dead all at once’

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Bruce Willis not aware he has dementia

Bruce Willis' wife has revealed the actor has never been aware he has dementia.

The Independent UK

Up to 45 per cent of dementia cases could be prevented. Here’s how

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International Business Times UK

Bruce Willis 'Doesn't Know' He Has Dementia As Wife Emma Reveals Heartbreaking Detail

Emma Heming Willis says Bruce Willis is unaware of his dementia due to anosognosia, sharing how the family has adapted to his new way of connecting.

The Independent UK

Advanced CTE quadruples risk for dementia, new study shows

Boston researchers say CTE should now be considered a cause of dementia

Evening Standard

This simple pen and paper test could suggest dementia risk

The Clock Drawing Test has long been used to screen brain health, and can indicate cognitive decline

The Independent UK

Here are eight ways to reduce your risk of dementia

Age is widely considered the biggest risk factor for dementia, but there are other factors you can control

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