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Former Scotland defender Gordon McQueen dies aged 70

McQueen, whose playing career included spells at St Mirren, Leeds and Manchester United, was diagnosed with vascular dementia in 2021.

The Independent UK

Oscar-winning actress and former Labour MP Glenda Jackson dies after 'brief illness'

Former Labour MP and Academy Award winning actress Glenda Jackson died after a 'brief illness' at her home in Blackheath, south-east London, her agent said

Daily Mirror

Common 'dementia mimickers' that could be something else and 5 red flag symptoms to check

Patients with depression, sleep apnoea and vitamin deficiency are just some of the disorders known as 'dementia mimickers' with many of the symptoms easily treatable by doctors

Daily Mirror

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90-year-olds With Sharp Minds May Prevent Certain Dementias

Memory and brain function problems are consequently on the rise, researchers say.

Zenger

Dementia warning as expert explains common disorders that may be warning signs

A number of common health disorders could be a symptom of dementia, with experts issues a warning over the potentially dangerous waring signs.

Daily Record

Study finds how brain waves can predict cognitive impairment in Parkinson's disease

For Parkinson's disease (PD) patients, a few minutes of data collected from a single electrode put on top of the head may be sufficient to anticipate cognitive issues, including dementia. Read further on Dynamite News:

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A loved one's dementia will break your heart. Don't let it wreck your finances

Families can get blindsided by risky behavior with money, sometimes even before a diagnosis. Having tough conversations and setting up guardrails in advance can help prevent disaster.

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People With Fatty Muscles More Prone To Alzheimer’s: Study

Scientists say the condition, known medically as myosteatosis, can be symptomless - and lead to cognitive decline.

Zenger

My 11-year-old son read Vicky McClure's new book and wrote his own honest review

The Nottingham actress has branched out to help raise awareness of dementia

Nottingham Post

The seven early signs of dementia it is important to know as Fiona Phillips reveals she is in the early stages of the disease

There are a number of signs that suggest your loved one could need support

Wales Online

Wembley introduces dementia-friendly measures as part of stadium scheme

Stewards will be trained on dementia awareness, the website overhauled and the chaperone service expanded

The Guardian - UK

Wembley Stadium launches dementia friendly match-day experience

The Premier League and the Racecourse Association have also pledged their commitment.

The Independent UK

Police in West Lothian launch desperate search for missing pensioner with dementia

William Glenfield, 73, was reported missing from Ladywell in Livingston as police ask the public for help in tracing the pensioner. There are growing concerns for his safety.

Edinburgh Live

Scientists hopeful after making HIV drug breakthrough in hunt for dementia cure

Academics at the University of Cambridge repurposed an HIV drug to help restore the brain's autophagy capability, which stops destructive proteins that destroy brain cells from building up

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Boss of Edinburgh care home evicting cashless pensioner 'enjoying life of luxury'

Margaret Mackie, who suffers from dementia, has been staying in Northcare Suites in Edinburgh for three years but is now facing eviction after her money ran out.

Inverse

This Rare Type of Nightmare Could Put You At Risk For Dementia

REM sleep behavior disorder, or RBD in the medical field, affects around 1 percent of the general population worldwide and about 2 percent of adults over 65.

The National (Scotland)

FA & PFA study finds increased dementia risk in ex-footballers

The FOCUS study found former players were almost three and a half times more likely to suffer neurodegenerative diseases.

The Independent UK

FA and PFA study finds increased dementia risk in ex-footballers

The FOCUS study found former players were almost three and a half times more likely to suffer neurodegenerative diseases.

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Ex-healthcare worker jailed for sexually assaulting elderly woman in Kildare nursing home where he worked

Michael Tuohy's victim's daughter told how she must have been paralysed with fear

Daily Mirror

Experts' warning over common disorders that could actually be signs of dementia

Depression, sleep apnea and vitamin deficiency are just some of the disorders known as 'dementia mimickers' - illnesses that have symptoms very similar to dementia's

Daily Record

Callous Scots daughter caged after blowing dementia-stricken dad's £50k care home fee savings

Alison Carson took thousands from accounts belonging to Hugh McMath before resorting to buying lottery scratchcards in a desperate attempt to replace the cash.

Leeds Live

Emmerdale’s Charley Webb fights back tears as she opens up on mum's heartbreaking diagnosis

Charley revealed that her mum Helen was diagnosed with dementia eight years ago

The Independent UK

‘Urgent change’ needed to support dementia carers, say researchers

The study, which was carried out by University College London, looked at levels of ‘pre-death grief’ among those caring for a loved one with dementia.

The Guardian - UK

Es & Flo review – devoted couple contend with the brutality of dementia

Tender portrait of a woman caring for her love – joy and affection seep through performances that ache with the tragedy of seeing your partner slip away

Manchester Evening News

Mancunian Way: Meeting expectations?

The strikes are off PLUS leopard print Julie AND Arena outrage

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