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Retired Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, the first woman on the Supreme Court, has died at age 93

The court says she died in Phoenix on Friday, of complications related to advanced dementia and a respiratory illness.

Chicago Sun-Times

Former Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor Dies At 93

O'Connor, 93, died Friday following a years-long battle with dementia that saw her step back from public life in 2018.

International Business Times

High 'good cholesterol' levels are linked to increased risk of dementia: Study

An increased risk of dementia in older persons has been linked to abnormally high levels of HDL-C, also referred to as good cholesterol, according to a Monash University-led study. Read further on Dynamite News:

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What are the early signs of Alzheimer’s? Medical experts demystify the symptoms

The early signs of Alzheimer's can include short-term memory loss, alongside some more unexpected symptoms, doctors and brain health specialists reveal

Woman & Home

How a ‘brain coach’ might help you beat the odds of developing dementia

Older adults with a brain-boosting coach improved their cognitive function 74% more than those who did not, a new study finds.

Fortune

We encouraged my aunt with Alzheimer’s to move into aged care. But what good is a safe life if it’s not the life you wish to live?

Staff are employed to fill out paperwork, provide meals and assist with showers and laundry. This is what dementia care looks like for Australians who aren’t rich

The Guardian - AU

Lower socioeconomic status ‘triples risk of early-onset dementia’

People from less privileged background at greater risk of developing condition under age of 65, study finds

The Guardian - UK

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Early Onset Heart Disease Linked To Higher Dementia Risk, Study Finds

People with coronary heart disease before 45 have 36% increased risk of dementia, according to research

Zenger

Australian police officer charged with manslaughter after firing Taser at 95-year-old woman with dementia

The officer, Kristian White, is due in court in December

Evening Standard

Nanoplastics linked to Parkinson's and some types of dementia – new study

Since it was first produced at the start of the 20th century, synthetic plastic – and especially plastic packaging – has been an ever-present fixture in everyday life. Yet all the convenience plastic has given us comes at a price.

The Conversation

Optimistic Outlook May Shield Against Dementia, New Study Finds

Positive personality traits linked to lower dementia risk, suggesting potential for targeted interventions

Zenger

Jeremy Clarkson shares health update about his ‘doubled risk of dementia’ due to hearing loss

The TV presenter, 63, revealed his doctor had given him a set of ‘very snazzy’ hearing aids

Evening Standard

Lifestyle changes can reduce dementia risk by maintaining brain plasticity — but the time to act is now

Walk 10,000 steps a day, cut back alcohol, get better sleep at night, stay socially active — we’re told that changes like these can prevent up to 40 per cent of dementia cases worldwide.

The Conversation

UK music projects aim to transform lives of people with dementia

Music can reduce agitation and medication and two initiatives are trying to give everyone the chance to benefit from its power

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Facing my wife's dementia: Should I fly off to see our grandkids without her?

After 40 years of living and travelling together, a writer considers a trip without his wife. He can't explain where he's going or why he can't bring her along.

The Hindu

Virtual screening of international dementia documentary at NIMHANS fosters a deeper understanding of the neurodegenerative disease

In a public health outreach initiative, the Centre for Brain and Mind (CBM) at the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) in Bengaluru organised a four-day virtual screening of an international documentary “KEYS BAGS NAMES WORDS”, which sheds light on the intricate challenges posed by dementia, from November…

The Hindu

Free workshop on dementia

Chennai's Dementia India Alliance and Indian Oil Corporation are hosting a free workshop on dementia on Saturday. Collaborators DemCares, Heritage Foundation and Centre for Ageing at MSSW will provide a session on ‘Caring for dementia’ and an activity-based workshop. Open to caregivers, healthcare professionals, doctors, psychologists, social workers, nurses and…

Marie Claire

Bruce Willis' daughter Rumer says she's 'really missing' him amid dementia struggle

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Rural residents have lower risk of dementia: study

Better access to nature and green spaces in the country may lower the risk of dementia, researchers say.

Evening Standard

Rumer Willis shares heartbreaking post about 'missing' dad Bruce amid his dementia battle

The Die Hard actor was diagnosed with aphasia in Spring 2022 and in early 2023, his family shared that he was further diagnosed with dementia

Kiplinger

Startup Harmonic Health Aims to Remake Dementia Treatment

Harmonic Health's program combines a team of medical specialists with AI and other advanced technology to provide comprehensive care.

The Guardian - US

Rosalynn Carter, wife of Jimmy Carter and former first lady, dies aged 96

Carter, who was diagnosed with dementia in May, was fiercely loyal ally throughout husband’s long political career

The Conversation

New blood tests for dementia announced, but what can they tell us and who will benefit?

A five-year, £5 million initiative has just been launched to investigate the feasibility of using new blood tests in the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s Research UK and the Alzheimer’s Society are working with the National Institute for Health and Care Research to use these blood tests in the NHS.

Marie Claire

Bruce Willis' Daughter Tallulah Shares an Update on His Dementia: "It's My Dad, And He Loves Me"

She said he's still the same person she's always known.

The Independent UK

Bruce Willis’s daughter Tallulah shares message amid dementia struggle

Daughter of the retired action and comedy actor shared some personal family moments with fans

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