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Alastair Stewart praised for ‘eloquence’ as charity talks vascular dementia risk

A scan revealed the former ITV News presenter had had a serious of minor strokes.

The Independent UK

Alastair Stewart reveals he has been diagnosed with dementia

One of Britain’s longest serving newsreaders says he has been diagnosed with early onset vascular dementia

The Guardian - UK

Alastair Stewart: Former ITN newsreader reveals dementia diagnosis

Journalist and presenter shared early signs he displayed that ‘something might be wrong’

The Independent UK

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More data, more research into interventions for dementia needed: Soumya Swaminathan

Dr. Soumya Swaminathan stresses need for more data, trained caregivers, and research on interventions and prevention of dementia. She launched Mrs. Mina Swaminathan Dementia Research Fellowship. Seshasayee, Viji Santhanam, Sridhar Vaitheswaran, and Thara Rangaswamy also spoke on the occasion, noting the need for more facilities and awareness about dementia.

The Hindu

Why this Knights team has the fans excited win, lose or draw

'I love the smell of mothballs as old fans return.'

Newcastle Herald

‘Reintroducing the culture’: the return of grassroots rugby union

After lockdown and the focus on professionals with early onset dementia, there are signs the sport is coming through a difficult period

The Guardian - UK

‘Emotional’ show helped playwright navigate grandmother’s dementia diagnosis

Matthew Seager’s play about the transformative power of music for people with dementia has returned to the stage.

The Independent UK

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India needs to gear up for the emerging dementia epidemic, say experts

With India’s elderly population expected to touch 20 crore in 2031, there is a growing demand for a national action plan to tackle rising cases of Alzheimer’s, the most common form of dementia which can impair memory and significantly lower quality of life.

The Hindu

Poor metabolic health ‘linked with 12% higher risk of dementia later in life’

Having conditions such as high blood pressure, excess body fat, and abnormal cholesterol is believed to be a contributing factor.

The Independent UK

Suffering A Concussion Could Lead To Dementia In Later Life

Doctors say having a traumatic brain injury can also speed up cognitive decline.

Zenger

Fund for footballers suffering from dementia launched by PFA and Premier League

Former players affected by neurodegenerative disease, and their families, will be able to apply for financial support.

The Independent UK

Study discovers link between internet use and dementia

There appears to be correlation between excessive internet usage and development of dementia as well

The Independent UK

Here are the big stories from Karnataka today

Karnataka Today newsletter: Bengaluru gets first-of-its-kind underground transformer, and more

The Hindu

Free dementia support line and online memory clinic launched in India

The support line services include information, support and guidance, and promotion of timely diagnosis, intervention through online memory screening services. All services provided through this support line will be offered entirely free of cost, ensuring access to crucial assistance to all.

The Hindu

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Gary Wright, singer of Dream Weaver and Love is Alive, dies aged 80

Frequent collaborator of George Harrison and synthesiser pioneer was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and Lewy body dementia

The Times of India

Vitamin B12 deficiency can lead to dementia and affect your child's school performance: Know what this doctor has to say

Vitamin B12 is an essential vitamin that our body needs for the central nervous system. Deficiency of this vitamin affects the body in several ways that are unknown to people. In a recent post made on X, formerly Twitter, Dr. Sudhir Kumar, who goes by the name "hyderabaddoctor", shared a…

The Hindu

Karnataka set to come out with State Dementia Action Plan

While a National Dementia Action Plan is yet to be formulated, Karnataka is working on making dementia a health priority. The State Health Department, in association with NIMHANS and Dementia India Alliance (DIA), is all set to launch a “Karnataka State Dementia Action Plan.”

The Guardian - UK

‘It’s almost magical’: how robotic pets are helping UK care home residents

Animatronic cats and dogs have helped staff at a Bedfordshire care home to avoid medicating some residents with dementia

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The Independent UK

Alzheimer’s: How and when to talk to someone about their memory loss

You may notice the symptoms of Alzheimer’s before they do, but how can you say without upsetting them? By Imy Brighty-Potts.

The Independent UK

Stop dementia death sentence by investing in diagnostics, charity says

It comes after promising trials of two new drugs.

USAFacts

How many Americans have Alzheimer's disease and dementia?

As many as 6.7 million Americans over 65 have Alzheimer’s disease. That number is expected to more than double by 2060.

The Conversation

New Alzheimer's drugs don't deserve the hype – here's why

A prominent childhood memory is of my grandparents living with and then dying from dementia. As is universal with dementia, there was a double blow: watching my grandparents lose their identity and seeing the suffering of those closest to them.

The Independent UK

Some US airports strive to make flying more inclusive for those with dementia

With over 14 million people expected to check into airports nationwide for Labor Day weekend, a number of them inevitably will be travelers with dementia or some sort of cognitive impairment

The Guardian - US

US cardinal, 93, not fit to stand trial over sexual abuse charges, judge rules

Massachusetts judge finds Theodore McCarrick, charged with molesting boy, 16, in 1974, not competent to stand trial due to dementia

The Times of India

Microplastics cause dementia-like behaviour in mice and bioaccumulate in every organ

As per a study published in the International Journal of Molecular Science, regular exposure to microplastics leads to behaviour change in mice which is similar to the changes seen during dementia in humans. The study by researchers from the University of Rhode Island, US, found that microplastics also cause changes…

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