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Charley Webb opens up about heartbreak of mum’s Alzheimer’s before her death on Mother’s Day

Emmerdale star Charley Webb previously opened up about the impact of her mother’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis on her and her family.

The Independent UK

Terry Pratchett’s novels may have held clues to his dementia a decade before diagnosis, our new study suggests

The earliest signs of dementia are rarely dramatic. They do not arrive as forgotten names or misplaced keys, but as changes so subtle they are almost impossible to notice: a slightly narrower vocabulary, less variation in description, a gentle flattening of language.

The Conversation

Heading ball ‘likely’ contributed to Scotland star’s brain injury, coroner finds

McQueen was capped for Scotland 30 times between 1974 and 1981 and played for both Manchester United and Leeds United during a 16-year career.

Evening Standard

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Being overweight causes vascular-related dementia, major study finds

Dementia is a growing global public health challenge, with no cure currently available. A recent study found that people with a genetically higher BMI had a substantially increased risk of vascular-related dementia.

Euronews

Astronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg is 2026 Australian of the Year

The first Australian to qualify as an astronaut under Australia’s space program, Katherine Bennell-Pegg, is the 2026 Australian of the Year.

The Conversation

Dementia researcher calls for brain 'slip slop slap'

A pioneering dementia researcher has called for a national program to help prevent the disease, after being given one of the nation's highest honours.

AAP

Pensioner with dementia convicted over unpaid car insurance despite not being able to drive

Court papers indicate the man is currently ‘confused much of the time’

The Independent UK

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Why people with dementia wander – and how families can keep them safe

In June 2025, an elderly woman with dementia went missing in a forested area in Natuna, Indonesia, while tending to her plants. Search and rescue (SAR) teams were deployed to locate her.

The Conversation

Bruce Willis Anniversary Tribute: Emma Heming Shares Rare Video in 2016 Throwback

Emma Heming honours Bruce Willis on their 18th anniversary with a rare 2016 video and an emotional tribute as fans rally behind the couple.

International Business Times UK

Ending dementia stigma could change its trajectory: Cancer’s history shows why

At a recent party, another guest, a nurse, asked what I do for a living. I explained that as a health policy researcher, my work focuses on helping health-care systems co-ordinate care for dementia as effectively as for major conditions like cancer, diabetes or stroke. She stopped me mid-sentence.

The Conversation

Donald Trump confirms he has short-term memory loss; he can’t even name Maria Machado after taking her Nobel Peace Prize

Donald Trump stood in front of the press and talked for minutes about the Nobel Peace Prize he just received. But he never once managed to name Maria Corina Machado. The president is never beating the dementia/Alzheimer’s allegations.

The Mary Sue

Dehydration in Elderly: 7 Subtle Signs Caregivers Miss (And How to Prevent Them)

Learn the subtle signs of dehydration in elderly adults that caregivers miss. Discover why low fluid intake in seniors poses serious health risks and prevention strategies.

Medical Daily

'What's good for your heart is good for the brain' - neurologist reveals 5 tips to lower dementia risk

Neurologist Professor Catherine Mummery encourages us to look at our lives and see if there’s anything to improve to protect our brain and lower dementia risk

Woman & Home

Jay Leno Left Speechless By Question About Getting A Girlfriend While Wife Struggles With Dementia

The late-night comedian revealed his wife's advanced dementia diagnosis in 2024.

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The Independent UK

The common diabetes symptom linked to increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease

A new study has found that people who experience post-meal blood sugar spikes are more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease

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Jay Leno admits people seem 'shocked' he's standing by his wife after dementia diagnosis

Late night talk show legend Jay Leno is adamant he will stand by his wife Mavis after her dementia diagnosis in early 2024, even if some people seem "stunned" by his commitment.

Fortune

Elon Musk says humans are ‘pre-programmed to die’ and longevity is 'solvable', raising huge questions about the future of health

Musk once said he’d “prefer to be dead” than live to 100 with dementia or as a burden to society.

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The “Shuffle Walk”: 7 Physical Signs of Dementia That appear Before Memory Loss

When we think of dementia, we instinctively picture memory loss. We visualize lost keys, forgotten names, and confusion about dates. We assume that the brain fails first. However, medical research increasingly suggests that the body often signals the decline before memory issues become severe. Dementia is not a single disease…

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New study reveals around a quarter of dementia patients are prescribed risky drugs despite safety warnings

Roughly 25 percent of dementia patients were prescribed at least one ‘potentially inappropriate’ drug between 2013 and 2021

International Business Times UK

Donald Trump Needs Melania More Than Ever Amid Growing Dementia Fears

Donald Trump is reportedly relying heavily on Melania amid growing dementia fears, following erratic behaviour during meetings with oil executives and visible physical struggles at events.

The Conversation

Your body clock matters for brain health in later life – and could even be linked to dementia risk

Inside the body, a 24-hour rhythm, known as the circadian rhythm, quietly coordinates when we sleep, wake, eat and recover. This internal timing system helps keep organs and hormones working in sync. When it becomes disrupted, the effects may extend well beyond poor sleep, with growing evidence suggesting consequences for…

International Business Times UK

Dementia or ADHD? Psychologists Analyse Donald Trump's Latest 'Odd' Behavior

US President Donald Trump's unusual behaviour in meetings, including wandering focus and dozing, has drawn comparisons to dementia, though supporters say such observation alone is not conclusive.

International Business Times UK

Trump Reignites Dementia Concerns After Behaviour During Meeting With Oil Execs at the White House

Donald Trump has faced renewed scrutiny regarding his mental health after an unusual interaction during a White House meeting with oil executives sparked widespread social media speculation.

The Conversation

Dementia at just 24-years-old – how Britain’s youngest sufferer may help researchers understand the disease

A UK man who is thought to be Britain’s youngest dementia sufferer recently passed away from the disease at only 24 years old. Andre Yarham, from Norfolk in England, was just 22 when he was first diagnosed with dementia.

The Independent UK

Most Alzheimer’s cases linked to a single gene, study finds

One gene called APOE has long been known to increase the risk of Alzheimer’s disease, but without a specific variant most cases would not occur

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