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Long Covid could trigger changes in the brain that are similar to Alzheimer’s, new study says

Approximately 20 million Americans have been diagnosed with long Covid

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How many cups of tea or coffee can lower dementia risk? Study reveals the benefits

There are currently estimated to be 982,000 people with dementia in the UK and early prevention is crucial, with caffeine appearing to help protect the brain from the condition

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Controversial study claims this simple brain exercise can cut dementia risk by 25%

Further research is still needed to prove effects of such exercise, scientists say

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EastEnders character diagnosed with epilepsy in storyline that will ‘bring condition out of the shadows’

The Epilepsy Society hope the storyline will ‘spark conversations and reduce stigma’

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A couple of teas or coffees a day could lower risk of dementia, scientists say

Findings suggest smaller cognitive decline, but US study cannot prove daily caffeine hit is good for the brain

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People with dementia are still people, with joys and interests of their own

Letters: Readers respond to an article by Jo Glanville about reading to her parents with dementia, and offer their own insights about supporting loved ones with the disease

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‘I am Hindu too’: Why Vijay joined ‘Mohammad’ Deepak to protect a Muslim shopkeeper in Uttarakhand

Vijay Rawat joined his friend Deepak Kumar Kashyap, a local gym owner, to confront Bajrang Dal vigilantes harassing a 70-year-old Muslim shopkeeper in Kotdwar, Uttarakhand, on January 26. Vigilantes demanded that the shopkeeper, who is suffering from Parkinson’s disease, remove “Baba” from his shop’s name. Driven by a sense of…

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Researchers have a new way to slow memory loss for Alzheimer’s disease

Researchers put mice through water mazes and object recognition tests to see how a drug impacted their brains

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A new stem cell treatment could offer hope for people living with Parkinson’s

More than 1 million Americans live with the neurodegenerative brain disorder – and that number is expected to climb

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Doctor shares bedroom window hack that helps you skip 3am wake ups and fall asleep fast — I tried it and here's what happened to my sleep

'These symptoms make it harder to fall asleep, stay asleep, and achieve good quality sleep' — a doctor explains why burping my bedroom for just five minutes before bedtime this past week has vastly improved my sleep.

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Number of young Australians with dementia set to soar

People living with young onset dementia is expected to rise by 40 per cent over the next three decades, with advocates warning greater investment is needed.

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Chris Hemsworth had concerns about sharing Alzheimer’s revelation in documentary

Hemsworth discovered he has a genetic predisposition for Alzheimer’s in a Disney+ series

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One in six autistic pupils in UK have not attended school at all since September

Data comes as government prepares to publish plans to overhaul Send system in England

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‘Cops didn’t do their job, FIR named me’: Hanuman devotee who defended Muslim shopkeeper vs Bajrang Dal

A gym owner stepped in to protect a frail, 70-year-old Muslim shopkeeper with Parkinson’s disease from a group of men demanding he drop “Baba” from his shop’s name. Days later, he is the one facing police cases, threats, and mobs outside his gym.

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'Too long': green light for more GPs to tackle ADHD

States are continuing to shake up the way a prevalent developmental disorder is treated by allowing more health professionals to diagnose the condition.

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British soccer union wants fewer headers for pros, and none for kids, to protect players' brains

The Professional Footballers’ Association is set to announce the first comprehensive protocol to prevent CTE in British soccer players

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Psychosis rates increasing in younger generations – and experts don’t know why

Major study of over 12 million Canadians finds psychotic disorders are becoming increasingly common

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A new study may explain why women are more at risk of dementia than men

It also looked into the link between menopause, HRT, and grey matter loss linked to dementia

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Emmerdale star says family had to ‘really push’ for mother’s dementia diagnosis

‘I think everyone around me at the time was like ‘you’re being dramatic, everything’s fine’, and I was like ‘no, something’s not right’ says Charley Webb

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Stop waking up at 3am — 7 quick fixes you can do today, according to a sleep expert

From a quick stroll to two-second hacks, here's are the simple things that can help you sleep all night long and avoid 'middle insomnia.'

The Guardian - UK

PMDD is ruining my life. What can I do?

You’re already doing all the right things for your premenstrual dysphoric disorder, but perhaps it’s time to ask others for more help

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Psychedelic therapy gains ground in Europe, under strict conditions

Psilocybin, the active compound in hallucinogenic mushrooms, is edging into mainstream psychiatry in parts of Europe – with Switzerland already treating patients and the Czech Republic opening tightly supervised therapies. But France is holding back, limiting its use to clinical trials while doctors wait for stronger evidence of its efficacy.

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How a simple blood test can reveal early signs of Parkinson’s

More than 1.1 million Americans live with the degenerative brain condition, which can trigger debilitating tremors and effect memory

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Advanced CTE quadruples risk for dementia, new study shows

Boston researchers say CTE should now be considered a cause of dementia

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How bad is maternal health in Europe, and how can we fix it?

A new study has found high levels of maternal ill health across the continent. What is behind it, and what can be done to help?

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