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Alzheimer's Disease Disproportionately Affects Hispanics Due to Language Barriers and Stigma

Border counties in Texas have some of the highest Alzheimer's diagnosis rates in the nation

Latin Times · Dec 14, 2023

Dear Abby: Volunteers can test drug meant to prevent dementia

Harvard prof seeks people for trial of medication aimed at stopping Alzheimer’s before symptoms begin.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 14, 2023

Stigma and language barriers complicate treating Hispanics with Alzheimer’s disease

Border counties in Texas have some of the highest Alzheimer’s diagnosis rates in the nation, with rates ranging from 13% to 18% of people aged 65 and over.

The Texas Tribune · Dec 14, 2023

Jack Draper takes on Alzheimer’s Society role amid his grandma’s dementia fight

Brenda has been one of the 21-year-old’s biggest supporters but no longer recognises him.

The Independent UK · Dec 7, 2023

One Way Bruce Willis' Dementia Battle Is Allegedly Having A Positive Effect On His Family

Bruce Willis' family has rallied around the actor following his frontotemporal dementia diagnosis.

Cinemablend · Dec 6, 2023

More than a third of people with dementia don't know they have it – what to do if you suspect your partner has the condition

Around 36% of people in England with dementia are unaware they have the condition, according to a new report from the Dementia Commission.

The Conversation · Dec 6, 2023

Health: Research shows diet has a significant impact on risk of Alzheimer's disease

Alzheimer's disease rates rise in these countries as they make the nutrition transition to the Western diet. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Dec 6, 2023

Former Wales forward Andrew Coombs diagnosed with dementia at 39

Andrew Coombs, the forward who won the Six Nations with Wales in 2013, said in a statement on social media that he had been diagnosed with dementia

The Guardian - UK · Dec 3, 2023

4 tips to help your loved one with dementia enjoy the festive season

The festive season is fast approaching, and if you’re organising celebrations with family or friends, you might be grappling with a seemingly endless to-do list. But as you make these plans, it’s important to consider how you can best include any friends or loved ones living with dementia.

The Conversation · Dec 3, 2023

AI character helping dementia patients feel understood

Australians with dementia could benefit from interacting with AI characters who reflect the experience of living with the neurological disease.

AAP · Dec 2, 2023