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Exercising in mid and later life can reduce dementia risk – new study

For years, scientists have known that moving our bodies can sharpen our minds. Physical activity boosts blood flow to the brain, enhances neuroplasticity and reduces chronic inflammation. These processes are believed to protect against cognitive decline, including dementia.

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Films like A Kind of Madness and Rose of Nevada are helping us see dementia differently

Watching a film about dementia is, ordinarily, a sobering activity. We watch someone become imprisoned in the temporal chaos of their mind. We empathise with the family members nobly trying their best to do what’s right. We leave the film in a fog of melancholia, having been reminded of how…

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Listening to music most days could lower dementia risks for older adults, study suggests

Dementia risks may be lower among ageing music fans, new research suggests.

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Trump Dementia Signs Unmistakable, Niece Warns: Short-Term Memory And Impulse Control Are Crumbling

Donald Trump's confusing speeches and online posts reignite concern over family dementia, with Mary Trump sounding the alarm

International Business Times UK

The surprising drugs that could be used to halt Alzheimer’s

Study found drugs used to prevent shingles and treat erectile dysfunction could be promising for Alzheimer’s patients

The Independent UK

I treat menopause and its symptoms, and hormone replacement therapy can help – here’s the science behind the FDA’s decision to remove warnings

For more than 20 years, hormone therapy for menopause has carried a warning label from the Food and Drug Administration describing the medication’s risk of serious harms – namely, cancer, cardiovascular disease and possibly dementia.

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Americans are unprepared for the expensive and complex process of aging – a geriatrician explains how they can start planning

Hollywood legend Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, were found dead in their home in February 2025. Hackman had been living with Alzheimer’s and depended on Arakawa as his full-time caregiver.

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Social media is shrinking our attention spans, but video games may be the surprising antidote

Social media has been blamed for eroding attention spans, but video games may offer a counterbalance by training focus, rewarding persistence, and encouraging deep engagement.

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Pauline Quirke's family give emotional update on her dementia battle: 'It's not fair'

The Birds of a Feather star’s son Charlie revealed the heartbreaking way he is honouring her ‘legacy’

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Pauline Quirke’s family provide update on actor four years after dementia diagnosis

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Pauline Quirke health update shared after heartbreaking dementia diagnosis

‘Birds of a Feather’ star remains ‘funny and happy’ four years after discovering news

The Independent UK

Pauline Quirke 'Deteriorating': Family Opens Up About Actress' Dementia - 'Still Funny'

Pauline Quirke's family say her dementia has worsened but she still shows humour and warmth, as friends reflect on her enduring impact on UK television.

International Business Times UK

Son of Birds Of A Feather star to take part in Alzheimer’s charity trek

Charlie Quirke is walking 140km to raise money and awareness for Alzheimer’s Research UK after his mother Pauline Quirke was diagnosed with dementia.

Evening Standard

Pauline Quirke’s family give dementia update as son launches Alzheimer’s charity trek

Pauline Quirke is best known for her role as Sharon Theodopolopodous in the sitcom Birds Of A Feather

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Trump's 3 mRNA Jabs 'Linked' To Dementia And Prion Disease, New Claim Suggests

Donald Trump's health is once again under scrutiny after it was revealed that he received three mRNA injections linked to various types of diseases.

The Independent UK

Beloved EastEnders character to return to soap 21 years after death

Barry Evans will appear alongside Pat Butcher as part of a dementia storyline

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EastEnders character Barry Evans to return alongside Pat Butcher

The hapless Barry Evans, played by Shaun Williamson, was killed off more than 20 years ago when he was pushed from a cliff.

International Business Times UK

Dementia Fears 'Skyrocket' as 'Struggling' Donald Trump Confuses Words and Can't Clap

Donald Trump's recent word confusion and clapping difficulties fuel rising concerns over his cognitive health and mental fitness.

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'Maniac' Donald Trump Had 'Early Dementia,' Jeffrey Epstein Suggested in Bombshell Email

A resurfaced Jeffrey Epstein email alleging Donald Trump showed 'early dementia' has sparked online debate, though the claims remain unverified and based solely on Epstein's private remarks.

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Ruth Langsford suffering 'complete and utter blanks' that leave her 'frightened' of developing dementia

After losing her dad to complications from the disease and her mother also being diagnosed, the presenter is on high alert for symptoms

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Major cause of death reaches lowest level in 47 years

The number of Australians dying from a prevalent disease has hit an almost 50-year low while mortality rates for dementia have been steadily rising.

Evening Standard

EastEnders legend Pat Evans set for shock return 13 years after being killed off

In a move not on anybody’s bingo card, Pam St Clement is returning to Walford in time for Christmas

The Independent UK

Legendary EastEnders character to return for special episode

The soap has worked with Dementia UK for the ongoing storyline

Evening Standard

EastEnders’ Pat Butcher to return as part of Nigel Bates dementia storyline

The character died of cancer on New Year’s Day in 2012 and briefly returned in May 2016 as a figment of Peggy’s (Barbara Windsor) imagination.

The Independent UK

New tool calculates Alzheimer’s risk years before symptom appear

Researchers say prediction model may help patients and doctors decide when to begin therapy

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