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Air pollution ‘likely’ to increase the risk of developing dementia, say experts

A Government research group has found that air pollution is "likely" to increase the risk of accelerated cognitive decline and suffering from dementia

Daily Mirror

Dementia diagnosis important but not defining, say advocates for community awareness

Early diagnosis, finding a passion, and more acceptance from others are things Gwenda Darling wants as she navigates life with dementia.

ABC News

Rugby union warned ‘radical action’ must be taken to counter brain disease

‘Delay is no longer an option,’ said Progressive Rugby, a pressure group which has claimed the reputation of the sport is being ‘damaged beyond repair’

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More Wales rugby internationals yet to go public as Popham reveals Ryan Jones conversations and suicide cases

The former Wales No. 8 revealed he had been diagnosed with early-onset dementia and probable CTE in December, 2020

Wales Online

Ex-Wales star emotionally reveals nine-year-old son accidentally discovered his dementia

Former Welsh rugby star Lenny Woodard was diagnosed a year ago amid a number of former pro players launching a lawsuit against RFU and World Rugby following their diagnosis of brain damage

Daily Mirror

Calls for bold action on emissions in Scotland after report shows dementia link

A new report has found incidents of dementia and cognitive decline are "almost consistently associated" with exposure to air pollution

The National (Scotland)

Tonight's rugby news as son in tears over Wales international's diagnosis and World Cup opponents to be decided

Here are the latest rugby stories from Wales and beyond today

Wales Online

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Ex-Apprentice star Pamela Laird's plea to Dubs after dad's dementia diagnosis

"I am all too aware of what so many families go through in Ireland – the confusion, the sadness and the isolation"

Dublin Live

Players with early-onset dementia to issue proceedings against rugby authorities

The law firm representing the group says this is the largest ‘class action’ ever launched outside the United States.

The Independent UK

Giffnock care home set up pub for improved quality of life for dementia patients

The 'Staying Inn' pub at Eastwood Court care home has improved both the mental and physical health of residents as well as increased their food and fluid intake.

Glasgow Live

Rugby and dementia: if it thinks it is going away, the game is deluding itself

We know from American football that a storm is heading rugby’s way. The governing bodies must act now rather than wait to see if a court of law finds them liable

The Guardian - UK

Vicky McClure 'nervous and excited' as she prepares for hometown gig at Splendour Festival

The Dementia Choir is joining the line up

Nottingham Post

A carer’s ‘love language’ is time and devotion

Letter: One reader, whose husband has dementia, says her daily life is an act of service and love

The Guardian - UK

Coronation Street's Shobna Gulati opens up on dementia battle

The actress has released a book on her experiences caring for her mum

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Manchester Evening News

Appeal as man with dementia goes missing after leaving Manchester Royal Infirmary

Phillip Moore left the hospital this morning

Manchester Evening News

"You should be thoroughly ashamed of yourself": Greedy care home boss snatched thousands from dementia suffering residents

Assistants on minimum wage had to pay for basics for patients out of their own pockets to cover the losses

Daily Record

Scots swindler who stole £170k from elderly widow with dementia jailed for three years

Gordon Couch preyed on elderly Marjorie Stewart from Edinburgh to raid her fortune before fleeing to Hong Kong as net closed in.

The Independent UK

Dementia charity to make giant scarf to wrap around Royal Albert Hall

The Lewy Body Society intends to wrap a 244-metre scarf around the popular concert hall.

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Coach who touched girl was a 'simpleton'

A tennis coach who pleaded guilty to touching a young girl was a "simpleton" who may have had a brain injury or dementia, a court has heard.

Edinburgh Live

East Lothian son stole £2,000 from 95-year-old mum as she battled dementia

Stewart appeared at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Wednesday and admitted carrying out a fraudulent scheme by using his mother’s money for himself when she didn’t have the capacity to consent.

Dynamite News

Lifestyle: Benefits of physical, mental activity on thinking differ in men and women?

According to a recent study, these advantages can differ for men and women. The research has been published online in the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. Full story on Dynamite News:

Daily Record

Lowlife Scots son stole £2k from dementia mum leaving her without enough food or heating

Gordon Stewart took cash from her account as she battled dementia to pay for petrol and fast food while she was cold and hungry.

Daily Mirror

Dementia risk increases if you also have certain liver disease, warns new study

Studies are warning of new and potential risk factors for developing dementia later in life. One new piece of research has found a link between fatty liver and an increased risk for dementia

Daily Mirror

Concussion caused Joe Marler to ‘forget his kids’ as England star shares dementia fears

England and Harlequins prop Joe Marler has revealed his dementia fears after former Wales captain Ryan Jones announced he had been diagnosed with early onset dementia

Daily Record

Scots football legend Gordon McQueen's dementia decline is 'rapid', says daughter Hayley

It was announced last year that the 70-year-old – who played for St Mirren, Leeds United and Manchester United – had been diagnosed with vascular dementia.

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