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Dementia breakthrough as drug treatment comes one step closer

Vascular dementia affects around 150,000 people in the UK

The Independent UK

Study reveals key cause of restricted blood flow to brain in vascular dementia

Researchers hope the discovery will accelerate development of treatments for the condition.

The Independent UK

Tell us about the lifestyle changes or habits you have adopted to stave off dementia

We want to hear about the tips that have helped you in a bid to ward off dementia

The Guardian - UK

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Smelling a strong fragrance during sleep delivers huge memory boost

Scientists hope findings could pave way for dementia treatment

Evening Standard

‘Matter of life and death’: rugby league brain injuries claim heading for court

A legal action is being launched by 125 former rugby league players who argue the sport did not take proper action to protect them

The Guardian - UK

Dementia patients turning to A&E after struggling to access care in the community

Study finds dementia patients turning to hospitals as ‘last resort’

Evening Standard

Low protein levels in spinal fluid predicts mild cognitive impairment: Study

A study of cognitively healthy adults has added to evidence that low spinal fluid levels of a protein associated with learning and memory in mice may serve as an early predictor of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) years before symptoms appear. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Promising Vaccine Shows Potential To Reduce Alzheimer’s Impact

New research demonstrates vaccine's ability to eliminate toxic cells in mice, offering hope for treating dementia cases.

Zenger

UK dementia carers: tell us about your experience looking after family

We would like to hear from carers about the risk of harm they have faced looking after family members

The Guardian - UK

Families caring for dementia patients in UK reaching crisis point, says charity

Exclusive: Many exhausted relatives asking for help as health and social care services stretched beyond limit

The Guardian - UK

The Housemates by Teun Toebes review – the dementia nurse who moved in with his patients

The young Dutchman’s compelling account of his decision to move into a care home shines a light on a system that erodes self-worth

The Guardian - UK

Study: Olive oil could decrease dementia

Half a tablespoon of olive oil per day could aid in maintaining cognitive function

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Woman Suspected Her Husband Was Cheating, It Turned Out To Be Dementia

He was withdrawing more and more to the point I thought he was having an affair.

Zenger

Revealed: ‘Monster’ care worker raped elderly dementia patients - but authorities don’t know how many

Exclusive: Three police officers probed over allegations they failed to investigate initial reports of rape and sexual abuse by care worker

The Independent UK

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Loss Of Smell Linked To Increased Dementia Risk, Study Warns

People with Alzheimer's gene have poorer sense of smell, indicating early signs of cognitive decline.

Zenger

Regular Olive Oil Use Linked To Lower Risk Of Fatal Dementia, Study Finds

Incorporating half a tablespoon of olive oil into daily diet may reduce risk of dementia-related death by 28%, according to research.

The Independent UK

Met Police officers investigated after Black woman, 90, handcuffed and put in spit hood

Officers involved also face criminal investigation for alleged assault and false imprisonment of the woman who has dementia

The Independent UK

Baby killed in crash caused by driver with undiagnosed dementia who self-declared she was fit to drive

Louis Thorold, five months, was in a pram when an elderly driver turned into the path of a van, forcing it onto the pavement where it hit him

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People with dementia in care homes aren't getting enough help with their hearing loss – new survey

Most care home residents have both dementia and hearing loss, which can leave them feeling lonely and depressed.

The Hindu

Dementia: scientific training for home nurses, caregivers soon

The Independent UK

Scientists share the 8 habits that could take 20 years off your life

Study also found eating olive oil every day could reduce the risk of someone dying from dementia

Evening Standard

‘Hearing aids might reduce cognitive decline in adults at higher dementia risk’

The study highlights the importance of treating hearing loss in older people as a potential way to reduce the global burden of the condition

The Guardian - UK

‘Catastrophic’ forecast shows 9m people in England with major illnesses by 2040

Cases of dementia, diabetes, cancer, depression and kidney disease expected to soar as growing numbers reach old age

The Independent UK

Researchers identify eight habits that could help you live 20 years longer

The lifestyle factors include being physically active, being free from opioid addiction, not smoking, managing stress, and having a good diet.

The Independent UK

Kicking these eight habits could help you live 20 years longer, scientists say

Study also found eating olive oil every day could reduce the risk of someone dying from dementia

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