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National & Local

A special epigenetic shield protects the brains of super-elders from memory loss

Recent research indicates that the brains of 'super-elders' produce new neurons more effectively than their peers, potentially offering new perspectives on combating dementia.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

This is how much life expectancy is after an early dementia diagnosis

A Finnish study indicates that individuals diagnosed with early-onset dementia live on average just under nine years following their diagnosis, with the darkest prognosis for those suffering from frontotemporal degeneration.

Feb 26 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

If this disease strikes, life expectancy may be only 9 years

A recent Finnish study reveals that individuals diagnosed with dementia before the age of 65 typically have a life expectancy of just under nine years after diagnosis.

Feb 26 โ€ข 03:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Warning as six types of sweetener may accelerate memory loss in middle age

A recent study indicates that certain artificial sweeteners could be linked to accelerated memory loss and increase the risk of dementia in middle-aged adults.

Feb 25 โ€ข 12:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Science reveals why drinking three cups of coffee a day can be good for your health

Regular coffee consumption can reduce the risk of cognitive decline and Alzheimer's disease, according to a Harvard University study involving over 131,000 participants.

Feb 25 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Emmerdale's Danny Miller gives emotional health update amid dad's dementia battle

Danny Miller shares a heartfelt update about his father's struggle with dementia and the emotional toll it takes on him.

Feb 25 โ€ข 07:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Coronation Street's Debbie actress Sue Devaney unrecognisable with shaved head

Sue Devaney, known for her role as Debbie Webster on 'Coronation Street', has shaved her head, making her look drastically different from her character.

Feb 24 โ€ข 20:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Ontario unveils 17 long-term care homes to get specialized dementia care funding

The Ontario government has announced funding for 17 long-term care homes to enhance specialized care for residents with dementia, with plans to expand to 50 homes by 2028.

Feb 24 โ€ข 18:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Crime & Justice

Care home rapist who attacked vulnerable residents with dementia jailed

Joshua Springer has been sentenced to 21 years for raping residents with dementia at a care home in Lincolnshire.

Feb 24 โ€ข 12:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Narod.hr
National & Local

Can caffeinated drinks prevent dementia?

Consuming several cups of caffeinated coffee or tea may help preserve mental abilities and prevent dementia according to recent research.

Feb 23 โ€ข 16:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Serious risk revealed - Can even lead to death

A new U.S. study indicates that traumatic brain injuries can significantly increase the risk of dementia and mortality in elderly patients.

Feb 23 โ€ข 15:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Coffee may reduce the chances of dementia, study says

A Harvard and MIT study indicates that drinking two to three cups of coffee daily can lower the risk of dementia by about 20%.

Feb 23 โ€ข 07:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Early signs of dementia can be seen in the way you write

A new analysis suggests that changes in writing patterns could indicate the early onset of dementia, potentially allowing for earlier diagnoses.

Feb 23 โ€ข 06:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

What We Know About Shingles Vaccine and Dementia

Research shows that the shingles vaccine may reduce the risk of dementia, but uncertainty remains about its efficacy in safeguarding memory.

Feb 23 โ€ข 04:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Crime & Justice

Intent to Kill Her Husband After 50 Years Together: 'If He's Gone, It Would Be Better'

A 71-year-old woman is accused of killing her husband of nearly 50 years, fueled by the strains of elderly care and personal crises, culminating in an act of desperation amid his pleas for mercy.

Feb 23 โ€ข 03:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

The Mystery Surrounding Trump's Health

The article discusses concerns regarding Donald Trump's health, with some doctors suggesting he may show early signs of dementia, while Trump and the White House assert he is in good health.

Feb 23 โ€ข 03:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Scientific Short Test: Dementia Screening Days in Freising

Dementia Screening Days in Freising offer local residents aged 65 and older a chance to assess their memory performance with a short scientific test.

Feb 22 โ€ข 14:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Train ran over Jorma, 63, twice

A 63-year-old man with dementia died in Sweden after wandering away from a care facility and being hit by a train, an incident that shockingly occurred twice within a span of days.

Feb 22 โ€ข 05:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

EastEnders brings back Clare Bates for 'emotional reunion' with stepdad Nigel

EastEnders character Clare Bates returns for a brief visit, prompted by her stepfather Nigel's worsening dementia.

Feb 21 โ€ข 21:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Simple brushing routine could reduce dementia risk, say dental health experts

Dental experts suggest that maintaining good oral hygiene through regular brushing can lower the risk of serious health issues, including dementia and Alzheimerโ€™s disease.

Feb 21 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Crime & Justice

Sick care home rapist jailed after filming himself abusing dementia patients

A care assistant was sentenced to 21 years in prison for raping four women suffering from dementia and filming the abuser acts.

Feb 20 โ€ข 17:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

New information on the case of the elderly man who died in Kalajoki โ€“ left through the emergency exit underdressed and suffered severe cold

Police have released new details regarding the case of an elderly man with dementia who died after going missing in Kalajoki.

Feb 20 โ€ข 12:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Common blue pill could work as a potential dementia treatment says new study

A study finds that Viagra may lower the risk of Alzheimer's disease, suggesting its potential as a treatment for dementia.

Feb 20 โ€ข 11:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Are you breathing polluted air? It may accelerate the development of dementia

A study reveals potential links between air pollution and Alzheimer's disease, highlighting factors that may increase dementia susceptibility.

Feb 20 โ€ข 11:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

BBC expert urges anyone with dementia to make sure they've filled in vital form

An expert emphasizes the importance of filling out a specific form for caregivers of loved ones with dementia to ensure quick assistance in emergencies.

Feb 20 โ€ข 11:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

Juliette Binoche: 'My daughter advises me on how I can avoid Alzheimerโ€™s'

Juliette Binoche discusses her new film role in 'Queen at Sea' and reflects on aging, consent, and advice from her daughter regarding Alzheimerโ€™s prevention.

Feb 19 โ€ข 18:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

She dreads it when her old and dependent mother calls. The family doctor has five tips.

The article discusses a woman's concerns about her aging mother, who may be experiencing dementia or simply the effects of old age, and offers advice from a family doctor.

Feb 19 โ€ข 14:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

SWEDISH STUDY โŸฉ Nearly half of dementia cases are preventable โ€“ with these actions

A new study reveals that almost half of dementia cases can be prevented through proactive measures taken early in life.

Feb 19 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Elderly man escaped outside in the cold and later died โ€“ caregivers report increased dangerous situations in care facilities

Caregivers in Finland are reporting a rise in dangerous situations within elderly care facilities, highlighted by an unusual death of an elderly patient who escaped outside in freezing temperatures.

Feb 19 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Approximately 44% of clients in Riga's social care centers have dementia

Approximately 44% of clients in Riga's social care centers are diagnosed with dementia, according to the Riga Social Administration director.

Feb 18 โ€ข 14:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Can Coffee Affect Dementia Risk: Here's What Scientists Say

New data suggest that regular caffeine consumption may be linked to a lower risk of dementia and a slower decline in cognitive functions.

Feb 18 โ€ข 08:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

These beverages are associated with a lower risk of cognitive disorders

Daily coffee or tea drinkers may be less prone to memory disorders, according to a recent study.

Feb 18 โ€ข 04:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

Berlinale finally breaks with 'Queen at Sea', a huge, painful, and beautiful work by two giants like Juliette Binoche and Tom Courtenay

The film 'Queen at Sea' depicts the poignant relationship of an elderly couple confronting the challenges of dementia and the nuances of love and memory.

Feb 17 โ€ข 18:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
Crime & Justice

76-year-old suffered from dementia when he hit a crowd in Copenhagen

A 76-year-old man charged with driving into a crowd in Copenhagen was diagnosed with dementia at the time of the incident.

Feb 17 โ€ข 11:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

The Book about Syver's Fight Against Childhood Dementia Voted Book of the Year

Syver Blindheim's book detailing his struggle against childhood dementia has been voted Book of the Year by readers of the online bookstore Ebok.

Feb 17 โ€ข 08:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

The Book about Syver's Fight against Childhood Dementia Voted Book of the Year

Syver Blindheim's book about the fight against childhood dementia has been voted Book of the Year in a reader-driven award by the online bookstore Ebok.

Feb 17 โ€ข 08:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Hearing well can prevent dementia... pay attention to your parents' hearing

A recent report emphasizes the critical importance of monitoring the hearing of elderly parents to mitigate risks associated with hearing loss, including dementia.

Feb 17 โ€ข 05:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

These two activities can reduce the risk of dementia by almost 40 percent

Reading and writing can significantly lower the risk of dementia, with studies showing a nearly 40 percent reduction.

Feb 17 โ€ข 03:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
Crime & Justice

Mรคrtha, 94, was murdered by her 92-year-old husband

Mรคrtha Ekqvist, a 94-year-old woman, was fatally stabbed by her 92-year-old husband who was suffering from dementia.

Feb 15 โ€ข 18:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

EastEnders legend announces return to Albert Square in mega move saying 'it's an honour'

Actor Ross Kemp is set to return briefly to EastEnders as Grant Mitchell, participating in a storyline focused on dementia.

Feb 15 โ€ข 06:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Bad news for decaffeinated coffee: the 43-year study that found benefits only in caffeine

A recent study spanning 43 years indicates caffeine consumption may be linked to a reduced risk of dementia, while decaffeinated coffee shows no such benefits.

Feb 14 โ€ข 18:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Dementia-Friendly Kronberg: City of Stickers

Kronberg, a town in the Taunus region of Germany, is undertaking initiatives to become dementia-friendly through training programs and awareness campaigns.

Feb 14 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Common medication may increase dementia risk by a third

A new study suggests that common proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) may increase dementia risk by 33% in long-term users.

Feb 14 โ€ข 06:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Dementia warning signs include two symptoms that appear at night

Experts from the Alzheimer's Society indicate that two night-time symptoms may become more noticeable as dementia progresses, specifically restlessness and sleep difficulties.

Feb 14 โ€ข 06:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

New Study: This Many Cups of Coffee Can Protect Against Dementia

A new study indicates that a certain number of cups of coffee daily is linked to a lower risk of dementia.

Feb 14 โ€ข 04:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Daily hot drink could reduce dementia risk 'by 18%' - how many cups you need

A new study suggests that daily consumption of moderate amounts of caffeinated tea or coffee may reduce the risk of developing dementia by up to 18%.

Feb 13 โ€ข 22:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Brain training sessions found to reduce dementia risk in decades-long study

A decades-long study indicates that cognitive training can significantly lower the risk of dementia in older adults.

Feb 13 โ€ข 18:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

BRAIN TRAINING: This lifelong habit reduces the risk of dementia by 40 percent

Reading, writing, and learning a new language can reduce the risk of dementia by nearly 40 percent, according to a recent study.

Feb 13 โ€ข 17:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

TV fans cancel weekend plans to binge 'must-watch' thriller with dark twist

Fans of Prime Video are postponing their weekend activities to binge-watch a new crime drama that features a gripping plot and unexpected twists.

Feb 13 โ€ข 14:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Wprost
National & Local

This disease could affect as many as 150 million people. Scientists have discovered a link

Demencia poses a significant global health threat, with projections indicating that by 2050, the number of affected individuals could reach over 150 million worldwide, and engaging in intellectually stimulating activities may reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease.

Feb 13 โ€ข 14:04 UTC

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