The Latest Breaking News from Dementia

Covid-19 no longer a leading cause of death in England and Wales

Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease was the leading cause of death in 2022.

The Independent UK · Apr 11, 2023

Tony Christie records track in aid of dementia charity as he battles the disease

The crooner, who turns 80 this month, will release his versi on of Andrew Gold's Thank You for Bring a Friend to mark Music for Dementia campaign for Thank You Day 2023

Daily Mirror · Apr 10, 2023

A ‘game changer’ for immigrants: Job-ready college classes in their native language

LOS ANGELES — When a friend asked Andrea White Rubio if she was interested in caring for an 84-year-old man with early dementia and diabetes during the pandemic, she considered her job options. She had scrambled for months, working as a fruit vendor or going door to door selling shoes…

Los Angeles Times · Apr 10, 2023

Snoring clue discovered as to what causes dementia

Obstructive sleep apnoea affects about 1.5 million Britons - most undiagnosed

Wales Online · Apr 7, 2023

Dementia has changed many things in Sue's relationship with her mother, but not the love they have for each other

For 90-year-old Lorna Scott, the music of Dean Martin and the enduring love of her friends and family have proven important touchstones as she lives with dementia.

ABC News · Apr 7, 2023

Loved ones should discuss end of life wishes before it’s too late

My aunt, who has advanced Alzheimer’s dementia, no longer recognizes herself in the mirror and fights staff over washing her hair. Nothing about how she lived her life suggests to me that she would want to continue living in this manner.I would like to encourage residents of Illinois to consider…

Chicago Sun-Times · Apr 6, 2023

Liverpool legends help raise £75k for local charities as Alder Hey receives Forever Reds donation

Alder Hey Children’s Charity, Alzheimer’s Society, and Zoe’s Place have each received a £25,000 donation from Forever Reds, Liverpool FC’s Official Former Players Association

Liverpool Echo · Apr 6, 2023

Why more Floridians are taking care of someone with dementia

TAMPA, Fla. -- They bonded over a shared love of small business and baseball games in their quiet Iowa town.

Tribune News Service · Apr 6, 2023

Dementia linked to air pollution exposure in new analysis

Exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5) has been linked to an increased risk.

Evening Standard · Apr 6, 2023

Air pollution ‘might be a risk factor for dementia’, study reveals

Exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5) has been linked to an increased risk

The Independent UK · Apr 6, 2023