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Vaccine To Protect Against Dementia? This One Reduces Risk By 20%

A recent study suggests that shingles vaccine, which protects against the painful viral rash, may also reduce the risk of dementia in older adults.

Medical Daily

The widely prescribed drug that could cut your risk of dementia

UK’s most commonly prescribed drug cuts risk of dementia, study suggests

The Independent UK

People with dementia could stay in the workplace longer – with the right tech

For Paul, a finance administrator, things came to a head when his report mistakenly included £7,000,000 of costs rather than £700,000. Fearing accusations of fraud, Paul disclosed his recent dementia diagnosis to his boss.

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Shingles vaccine tied to a 20% lower risk of dementia among older people

The findings add to a growing body of evidence that the shingles vaccine may help keep dementia at bay – but researchers still need to prove it.

Euronews

Study finds strongest evidence yet that shingles vaccine helps cut dementia risk

Older adults in Wales who had the jab were 20% less likely to be diagnosed with dementia that those not vaccinated

The Guardian - UK

UK’s most commonly prescribed drug cuts risk of dementia, study suggests

Drug given to around 8 million Britons could help cut the risk of dementia, researchers in South Korea find

The Independent UK

Lowering levels of bad cholesterol could cut your risk of dementia by 26%, new study claims

Experts said more studies are needed to test whether higher levels of bad cholesterol actually cause dementia, or if it is only a risk factor.

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Lowering bad cholesterol may cut risk of dementia by 26%, study suggests

Research highlights link between low LDL cholesterol and reduced dementia risk, with statins offering additional protection

The Guardian - UK

Tackling bad cholesterol levels with statins may reduce dementia risk – study

People with low levels of ‘bad’ cholesterol are less likely to develop dementia, experts found.

Evening Standard

Bill Murray chokes up talking about ‘good friend’ Bruce Willis amid his health battle

Willis, who’s living with dementia, recently celebrated his 70th birthday

The Independent UK

Sophie visits dementia research lab founded by F1 champion Sir Jackie Stewart

Sophie toured the Dyson RAD Dementia Research Acceleration Project Lab in Edinburgh.

Evening Standard

EU regulators block new Alzheimer’s drug citing potentially fatal side effects

The company behind the drug donanemab said it will ask regulators to reconsider the decision.

Euronews

Australian police officer avoids jail for fatal Tasering of 95-year-old woman

Victim’s family says sentencing a ‘slap on the wrist for someone that’s killed our mother’

The Independent UK

West Virginia woman accused of killing her 81-year-old mom by injecting with an overdose of insulin

Kelly Moore, 61, told police that her mother had heart problems, arthritis, dementia and ‘all kinds of s*** wrong with her’

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BBC's Dr Punam Reveals Seven Dementia Warning Signs That Show It's More Than Just Forgetfulness

A leading doctor has urged people to stay alert to the early warning signs of dementia, saying catching it early could make a huge difference in how the condition is managed.

The Guardian - US

Colorado woman charged after mother found mauled to death among dozens of dogs

Elderly woman with dementia found in home she shared with daughter, with over 24 dogs running loose

International Business Times UK

British Retirees Ditch £5,000-a-Month UK Care Homes for All-Inclusive Luxury Villas in Thailand

Amid escalating care costs and staffing shortages, many elderly Brits are foregoing UK care homes for all-inclusive Thai villas for a fraction of the price.

The Independent UK

Daughter arrested after elderly mother with dementia killed by dog attack

Jessica Hoff had a total of 54 dogs and seven birds in her possession, according to sheriff’s deputies

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'I've frightened the life out of myself because across the desk and thought, I have no idea what your name is' Kelly Cates opens up on menopause fears and Qatar prescription panic

Broadcaster Kelly Cates has revealed that she was concerned she had early onset dementia after a bout of menopausal forgetfulness

Evening Standard

At 40 I'm terrified of dementia — here's what the experts say will save me from it

I exercise five times a week, eat healthily, but I'm terrified about the brain condition . Here's what the experts say I must do

Evening Standard

Demi Moore shares new photos of Bruce Willis on his 70th birthday

Willis, who has frontotemporal dementia, has been out of the spotlight since his retirement from acting

The Independent UK

Napping during the day could be early symptom of dementia in elderly women

It is estimated that 982,000 Britons have dementia and that figure will rise

Euronews

Experimental drug may slow dementia onset for patients with rare genetic form of Alzheimer’s

The drug targets amyloid plaques that build up in the brain years before symptoms appear.

The Guardian - UK

New play about impact of dementia on Black Britons can start ‘conversation’

Lynette Linton, outgoing creative director of Bush Theatre, hopes production will lead to people getting more support

The Conversation

More young people are caring for a loved one with dementia. It takes a unique toll

Dementia is a growing health problem, affecting more than 55 million people around the world.

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