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Even children can get dementia. Here’s how to spot it

Many young people are missing out on the support they need

The Independent UK

Five reasons why young-onset dementia is often missed

Around 57 million people worldwide have dementia. While most cases of dementia are diagnosed in older adults, about 7% of cases occur in people under 65. This number may be even higher as young-onset dementia continues to be under-recognised. This means many people may be missing out on the support…

The Conversation

My sister died 10 years ago. Here’s what I wish I had known about dementia when she was alive

I think back to my 20-year-old self and my sister, lost in her imagined worlds, and I feel compassion for us both

The Guardian - AU

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A look at ER boarding in the US from the AP and Side Effects Public Media

Long ER waits in the U.S. are common, especially for older patients. Some wait for many hours or even days before they get a hospital bed.

The Independent UK

Long ER stays are common in the US. It may get worse as the population ages

An Associated Press and Side Effects Public Media data analysis shows one in six visits to the emergency department in 2022 that resulted in hospital admission had a wait of four or more hours

The Independent UK

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”.

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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’

The Guardian - UK

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

The Independent UK

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.

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The Independent UK

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 Conversation

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.

Fortune

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.

The Texas Tribune

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.

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Evening Standard

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

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

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

AAP

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

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.

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