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Viagra may help to lower the risk of Alzheimer’s disease, study finds

Research by UCL, which examined medical records of 260,000 men with erectile dysfunction, has provided ‘food for thought’

The Guardian - UK

Emma Heming Willis to release book chronicling journey as caregiver

Emma Heming Willis, wife of Bruce Willis, is set to release a book chronicling her journey as a caregiver to her husband after his diagnosis of frontotempo...

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Big brain boost? What science says about the power of nootropics to enhance our minds

The prospect of discovering compounds that improve the brain is tantalising, but does the hype match the research?

The Guardian - AU

Ormathoni to be launched for a dementia-friendly Kerala

The Social Justice department will roll out ‘Ormathoni,’ a project for the elderly suffering from dementia and Alzheimer’s disease that affect memory, thinking, and reasoning abilities.

The Hindu

"A way of harnessing the brain’s agility and resilience": New study links playing an instrument to better memory in older age

Music making shown to boost executive function

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Playing a musical instrument or singing is linked to better memory in older age

Piano especially associated with improved mental processes in those over 40, Exeter University research finds

The Guardian - UK

Queensland hospital failed to perform rape kit and allow police access after alleged sexual assault of dementia patient, family claims

Exclusive: daughters of 79-year-old allegedly assaulted in ‘virtual ward’ care system say their complaints were dismissed by staff

The Guardian - AU

First responders access to 'crucial' dementia training

A new program aims to equip first responders with the tools to handle the unique challenges of appropriately treating people with dementia during emergencies.

AAP

‘That’s just normal forgetting’: the difference between memory loss and dementia – and how to protect your brain

The odd memory lapse is no big deal – so when should we start to worry? Experts explain, and share the best ways to stay sharp

The Guardian - UK

Michael Blakstad obituary

Other lives: Producer and director of TV shows such as Whicker’s World, who became a campaigner for those living with dementia

The Guardian - UK

NIMHANS and Dementia India Alliance sign MoU

To collaborate on advocacy, outreach, training, research work, and support services for dementia care, NIMHANS on Monday entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dementia India Alliance (DIA), a non-profit family carer-centred national organisation.

The Hindu

Ex-Marist teacher fights 'unfair' NZ child sex trial

A convicted child sex abuser who taught at Canberra's Marist College has dementia and should not be extradited to face charges in New Zealand, his lawyer says.

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Bariatric surgery slow cognitive decline for people with obesity

Within the next ten years, obesity--which has been connected to dementia and cognitive decline--is predicted to impact up to half of the population in the US. Read further om Dynamite News:

Chicago Sun-Times

Dear Abby: Should someone move on if partner gets dementia? Wife and I disagree

Woman believes seeing another person would be an unfaithful act and is troubled to learn her longtime mate thinks otherwise.

The Independent UK

Social care crisis laid bare as quarter of NHS beds occupied by dementia patients

Demand for social care continues to rise as the population grows older but there is a shortage of workers in the sector

The Guardian - UK

Evidence grows of air pollution link with dementia and stroke risk

Long-term UK study adds to body of research associating pollutants with declining brain health

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The Guardian - UK

Hope amid the hell of being a dementia carer

Letters: Fanny Johnstone’s moving account of caring for her father resonates with readers

The Guardian - UK

‘I wouldn’t have missed it for the world’: 10 things I learned when my father had dementia

As his condition grew worse, I cared for him for 18 months. Amid the grief and pain, there were moments of explosive laughter – and unexpected pride

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Study finds how hearing loss raises risk of dementia

People with hearing loss use more energy listening. Other cognitive functions suffer as a result of this extra energy. Read further on Dynamite News:

Woman & Home

Hearing aids could help prevent dementia and help people live longer, new study finds

A new study has discovered that hearing aids could help prevent dementia which means wearers have a longer life expectancy

Evening Standard

Hearing aids could help to prevent or delay dementia, major new study finds

Researchers found that hearing loss was associated with a higher risk of dementia compared with people who used a hearing aid

The Independent UK

Hearing aid use linked to lower dementia risk, study suggests

Research was carried out in Denmark from 2003 to 2017 and included more than 500,000 people.

Fortune

Good-quality sleep is key to brain health as you age—here are 4 tips to help

Sleep is just as critical to older people as a balanced diet and regular exercise.

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