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Using smartphones may protect older adults against cognitive problems like dementia as they age

The new study suggests that seniors’ tech use could be as protective against dementia as exercise and higher education.

Euronews

New study finds no evidence technology causes ‘digital dementia’ in older people

In the 21st century, digital technology has changed many aspects of our lives. Generative artificial intelligence (AI) is the latest newcomer, with chatbots and other AI tools changing how we learn and creating considerable philosophical and legal challenges regarding what it means to “outsource thinking”.

The Conversation

Older people who use smartphones ‘have lower rates of cognitive decline’

Analysis of over-50s who engage with phones, tablets and other devices challenges fears of ‘digital dementia’

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Good news at last: just a little exercise can reduce the risk of dementia

A recent study shows the benefit of being a middle-aged ‘weekend warrior’ who only exercises once or twice a week, writes Prof Devi Sridhar, chair of global public health at the University of Edinburgh

The Guardian - UK

Jackie Stewart drives F1 car one last time in support of dementia charity

Jackie Stewart drove a Formula One car for the final time at the Bahrain Grand Prix wearing a special helmet signed by every living champion

The National (Scotland)

Sir Jackie Stewart drives F1 car one last time in support of dementia charity

The unique helmet will be used to raise money for the charity set up by Stewart, 85, in 2016, after his wife Helen began suffering from the disease.

The Independent UK

Michael Schumacher signs F1 race helmet with aid of his wife Corinna

The helmet, signed by every living world champion, will raise funds for Sir Jackie Stewart’s Race Against Dementia charity

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Shock study shows marriage is linked to increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease

ANALYSIS: Staying single or divorcing could lower your odds of getting dementia

The Independent UK

Michael Schumacher signs helmet to be auctioned for Jackie Stewart's charity

Michael Schumacher signs helmet for charity auction to raise funds for Sir Jackie Stewart's Race Against Dementia charity.

Motorsport

Ex-Abercrombie CEO has dementia and is unfit to face sex-trafficking trial, lawyers say

Prosecutors and defense lawyers say the former longtime CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch is suffering from dementia and isn't competent to stand trial on federal sex trafficking charges in New York

The Independent UK

Being married linked to increased risk of dementia – new study

Would you believe me if I told you that staying single or ending your marriage could lower your odds of getting dementia? A new study led by researchers at Florida State University somewhat shockingly suggests that unmarried people are less likely to develop dementia.

The Conversation

Marriage is linked to a slew of health benefits—expect when it comes to this, new study finds

The findings go against past conclusions that marriage supports improved health outcomes.

Fortune

Budget day in the House: Texas lawmakers approve $337 billion spending plan

Among the hundreds of amendments were ones that focused on school vouchers, the attorney general’s office and the Texas Lottery.

The Texas Tribune

Dean Windass shares heartbreaking fear for his sons amid 'scary' dementia battle

The former footballer, 56, was diagnosed with stage two dementia last January

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The Independent UK

Rogue traders force pensioner with dementia to buy them £3,500 gold bracelet

A pensioner with dementia was tricked by rogue traders into buying a gold bracelet worth £3,500 as an upfront payment for bogus roof repairs.

The Guardian - UK

Amid all the warnings about a ‘dementia tsunami’, here are the things you should know

When we dig into new research we see why all the alarming headlines are written, but also that science is bringing new hope, says Devi Sridhar, chair of global public health at the University of Edinburgh

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Diabetes drugs offer new hope for Aussies with dementia

Diabetes treatments are offering a glimmer of hope for a degenerative brain condition set to affect more than 800,000 Australians by the middle of the century.

The Independent UK

Coronation Street dementia storyline: What it’s like when a parent has the disease

Will Dean’s mother Ronnie was diagnosed at just 49

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The Independent UK

Drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy could slash risk of dementia

Obesity and diabetes drugs offer a ‘protective effect’ for the brain

The Independent UK

Weight-loss jabs and those for diabetes linked to lower dementia risk – study

Experts called for further research to shed light on how these drugs affect the brain.

The Times of India

Researchers identify 17 risk factors behind age-related brain disorders

Study finds that even modifying one factor can reduce the risk of stroke, dementia, and late-life depression.

Fortune

The shingles vaccine could decrease dementia risk

Older adults may want to seek out the shingles vaccine if they already haven't.

The Independent UK

Shingles vaccine can slash risk of dementia, study suggests

A shingles vaccine could cut 20 per cent of dementia cases, health data of Welsh adults revealed

The Independent UK

This vaccine can dramatically cut your dementia risk. And it is readily available

The vaccine that can dramatically reduce your risk of dementia

The Independent UK

The vaccine that can dramatically reduce your risk of dementia

The readily available vaccine can cut the risk by 20 per cent

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