The Latest Breaking News from Dementia

Can Ozempic boost your brain function? Exploring the weight loss drug's many perks

Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs have proved to be revolutionary in managing the epidemic of obesity, treating diabetes, and somewhat reducing the risk of many chronic diseases. Studies are now proving its efficacy in improving brain health. According to a new study published in the journal Alzheimer's Dementia, Semaglutide, the…

The Times of India · Oct 25, 2024

More than seven in 10 dementia clinic appointments booked by women – Nationwide

Free clinic appointments in Nationwide branches are available for anyone affected by dementia, including family members and carers.

Evening Standard · Oct 24, 2024

Tens of thousands of UK dementia patients to be enrolled in clinical trials

News of the £20m scheme comes as new drug for Alzheimer’s was rejected for use on NHS in England

The Guardian - UK · Oct 24, 2024

Alzheimer’s drug rejected for widespread use by NHS spending watchdog

Donanemab is a so-called disease-modifying treatment.

Evening Standard · Oct 23, 2024

Texas Supreme Court justice’s oversight of trust belonging to millionaire with dementia raises ethics concerns

Despite objections from her family, John Devine oversees the trust of Elvie Kingston, a clear violation of Texas’ judicial ethics rules, experts said. His wife is also her legal guardian.

The Texas Tribune · Oct 22, 2024

Scottish judge calls for compulsory tests for over-80 drivers after fatal crash

Edith Duncan, who was 91 and had dementia, held full licence at time of crash that killed three-year-old boy

The Guardian - UK · Oct 22, 2024

Boomer Shocked by Eviction Notice, Discovers Husband with Dementia Hasn't Paid Bills in Three Years

After seeing how life insurance financially assisted his mom when her husband was diagnosed with dementia, a man decided to purchase his own policy to protect his family.

International Business Times UK · Oct 22, 2024

Does air pollution cause dementia? UK scientists launch study to find out

Research at the Francis Crick Institute could lead to new drugs to counter progress of diseases like Alzheimer’s

The Guardian - UK · Oct 20, 2024

Cognitive decline in parents: Ignorance is not bliss

For most of us, the thought of cognitive decline, particularly dementia, affecting our loved ones is often terrifying. Studies estimate that close to 9 million Indians over the age of 60 have dementia. The WHO found that between 60 and 70 per cent of these cases are due to Alzheimer’s…

The Times of India · Oct 19, 2024

Dad with dementia performed this miracle at his daughter's wedding; video goes viral!

A wedding video is going viral on social media and we can't stop holding our tears back. The heart touching video is of a father and daughter. The video has been viewed over 6 million times in less than a day!

The Times of India · Oct 19, 2024