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fromESPN.com
3 days ago

Qawi, ex-convict who became champ, dies at 72

Dwight Muhammad Qawi, two-weight world champion, died at 72 following a five-year battle with dementia.
#alzheimers
fromNew York Post
3 months ago
Mental health

This super common condition causes up to a third of all dementia cases - and treating it can delay onset

OMG science
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Commentary: 7 million people have Alzheimer's. Why is the Trump administration derailing research?

The NIH terminated a significant Alzheimer's study due to changing agency priorities, raising concerns about research funding.
Mental health
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

This super common condition causes up to a third of all dementia cases - and treating it can delay onset

Treating hearing loss could delay the onset of dementia for numerous older adults.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Air pollution raises risk of dementia, say Cambridge scientists

Exposure to certain forms of air pollution is linked to an increased risk of developing dementia, with the number of cases expected to rise significantly by 2050.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

7,000 steps a day could be enough to improve health, say researchers

Walking 7,000 steps daily reduces risks of serious health issues, including dementia, cancer, and cardiovascular disease.
#trump
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Washington DC

Trump Is Completely Crashing Out Over AOC Wanting To Impeach Him, And His Rant Is Going Viral

fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Washington DC

Trump Is Completely Crashing Out Over AOC Wanting To Impeach Him, And His Rant Is Going Viral

fromMail Online
1 week ago

Scientists can now reveal when you'll die with a simple test

Researchers from Duke University discovered that MRI brain imaging during midlife can accurately determine the pace of biological aging, predicting health outcomes later in life.
Health
#caregiving
fromIndependent
1 week ago
Mental health

Caring for a loved one with dementia: 'If I'd done everything possible for my mum, I'd have felt guilty for neglecting my children'

Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

I could never, ever not care for her': how do carers know when to stop caring for those they love?

Caring for a spouse with dementia reveals profound love and dedication, showing the heavy burdens unpaid carers bear.
fromIndependent
1 week ago
Mental health

Caring for a loved one with dementia: 'If I'd done everything possible for my mum, I'd have felt guilty for neglecting my children'

Relationships
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

3 Tools to Heal the Pain of Dementia's Emotional Disconnect

Dementia-related emotional disconnect is a common experience for caregivers that leads to feelings of inadequacy.
Emotional unresponsiveness in dementia can feel personal, triggering deep-rooted fears and self-blame.
Dementia relationship dissonance can be addressed through intentional emotional recognition and reframing.
Public health
fromNature
1 week ago

How your research can survive a US federal grant termination

A $12.9-million grant to assess dementia risks in vulnerable populations was terminated by the NIH due to political disdain for diversity initiatives.
Social justice
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Kids and dementia patients enjoy 'smiles and love'

A collaborative project between dementia patients and primary school pupils alleviates loneliness while improving cognitive function and emotional well-being.
Healthcare
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Tom Girardi, 86-year-old disbarred lawyer, begins prison sentence as dementia worsens

Tom Girardi transitions from assisted living due to dementia to federal prison as inmate 43156-510.
#family-dynamics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 weeks ago

Utah judge schedules execution by firing squad for a man with dementia

A judge set an execution date for Ralph Leroy Menzies, a death row inmate with dementia, for September 5.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Wolf Moon by Arifa Akbar review night terrors

The journey from curtain call to home computer screen is familiar and comfortable for Arifa Akbar, yet it exists close to troubling thoughts and feelings.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 weeks ago

Can a Virus Increase Your Risk of Dementia?

Dementia, affecting memory and daily activities, is expected to impact over 150 million people globally by 2050, significantly increasing with age, particularly in those over 90.
Public health
fromHarvard Gazette
4 weeks ago

Should you lose your rights with age? - Harvard Gazette

Older adults face increasing risks of cognitive decline, leading to challenges in decision-making autonomy and increased potential for financial exploitation.
#elder-abuse
#bruce-willis
fromSFGATE
1 month ago
SF parents

Bruce Willis' Daughter Tallulah Shares Sweet Photos of Actor Enjoying 'Sunday Funday' at Home With Family Amid Dementia Battle

fromTODAY.com
1 month ago
SF parents

Tallulah Willis Responds to Comment She Shouldn't 'Expose' Dad Bruce Willis With Photos

fromTODAY.com
1 month ago
SF parents

Bruce Willis' Daughter Rumer Shares Emotional Father's Day Post: 'I Wish I Asked You More Questions'

fromSFGATE
1 month ago
SF parents

Bruce Willis' Daughter Tallulah Shares Sweet Photos of Actor Enjoying 'Sunday Funday' at Home With Family Amid Dementia Battle

fromTODAY.com
1 month ago
SF parents

Tallulah Willis Responds to Comment She Shouldn't 'Expose' Dad Bruce Willis With Photos

fromTODAY.com
1 month ago
SF parents

Bruce Willis' Daughter Rumer Shares Emotional Father's Day Post: 'I Wish I Asked You More Questions'

fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

An evening of radiance and reckoning: CaringKind's 29th annual Forget-Me-Not Gala | amNewYork

The Forget-Me-Not Gala emphasizes the emotional impact of dementia and the importance of connection in preserving identity.
#aging
fromRoger Ebert
1 month ago
Film

Desire Never Goes Away: Sarah Friedland and Kathleen Chalfant on "Familiar Touch" | Interviews | Roger Ebert

fromRoger Ebert
1 month ago
Film

Desire Never Goes Away: Sarah Friedland and Kathleen Chalfant on "Familiar Touch" | Interviews | Roger Ebert

San Francisco
fromFuncheap
2 months ago

Fragments of Memories: A Performance Blending Music, Theater, and Lived Experience

This performance explores aging and dementia through music and storytelling.
#memoir
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Taboo habit millions do behind shockingly linked to DEMENTIA

Viewing pornography may impair attention and cognitive control, posing risks to cognitive health.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Council unfairly charged fees to man with dementia

Lambeth Council unfairly charged a man with dementia legal fees, prompting a need for better practices in handling care payments.
#health
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Mental health

A Study Has Revealed The Biggest Risk Factors For Getting Early Dementia, And Knowledge Is Power

Regular exercise, a Mediterranean diet, and social engagement can significantly lower the risk of young-onset dementia.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Mental health

17 Ways to Cut Your Risk of Stroke, Dementia and Depression All at Once

Lifestyle changes may reduce risk factors for stroke, dementia, and late-life depression.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago
Mental health

A Study Has Revealed The Biggest Risk Factors For Getting Early Dementia, And Knowledge Is Power

#end-of-life-option-act
#alzheimers-disease
Public health
fromNature
2 months ago

China's dementia incidence is rising fast outpacing the global average

Preventive public-health measures are essential to address the increasing rates of dementia in China.
Public health
fromNature
2 months ago

China's dementia incidence is rising fast outpacing the global average

Preventive public-health measures are essential to address the increasing rates of dementia in China.
fromTODAY.com
1 month ago

Emma Heming Willis Pens Emotional Tribute to Bruce Willis on Father's Day: 'I'm Profoundly Sad Today'

What Bruce teaches our girls goes far beyond words. Resilience, unconditional love, and the quiet strength in simply being present.
SF parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Transformative': the UK lab working on a way to halt genetic type of dementia

"It may be one of the first dementias to have a definitive treatment, a cure if you like, a really transformative treatment that allows people to live much longer and much more normal lives..."
London startup
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago

'I'm a victim of child sex abuse by a Bexley man, my sibling who died is too'

Anthony Bryant, 88, has been found responsible for sexually abusing children despite being unfit for a full trial due to dementia.
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I'm glad I don't have a washing machine. It gives me a reason to spend more time with my aging parents.

Finding meaning in everyday tasks can help cope with difficult family situations.
SF parents
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 month ago

Remembering Michael Sterling Thomas I, artist, poet, philosopher, father

Michael Sterling Thomas I was a prolific artist and philosopher known for his wire-woven jewelry and profound poetic insights on life.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago

I nearly died in motorbike crash - now I'm giving back at Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Leo Phillips-Waller, after suffering a traumatic brain injury from a crash, now volunteers on a dementia ward, using his experience to help others.
London politics
#awareness
fromCbsnews
1 month ago
SF parents

Her mother gave her the genes for a rare form of dementia, but a Minnesota woman is fighting back

fromCbsnews
1 month ago
SF parents

Her mother gave her the genes for a rare form of dementia, but a Minnesota woman is fighting back

Mental health
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Want to lower your dementia risk? Start by stressing less

Chronic psychological stress influences cognitive aging and dementia risk, with higher prevalence among women and marginalized groups.
#memory
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago
Mindfulness

What Remains When Memory Fades

Memory loss does not erase the self; love and imagination remain.
Psychedelics suggest consciousness can exist without autobiographical memory.
Identity consists of relational patterns, not solely stored memories.
Connection preserves dignity, emphasizing the importance of presence.
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago
Mindfulness

A Different Way to Think About Medicine's Most Stubborn Enigma

Dementia involves complex social and familial dynamics, with memory being a crucial aspect beyond mere recollection.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

What Remains When Memory Fades

Memory loss does not erase the self; love and imagination remain.
Psychedelics suggest consciousness can exist without autobiographical memory.
Identity consists of relational patterns, not solely stored memories.
Connection preserves dignity, emphasizing the importance of presence.
Mindfulness
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

A Different Way to Think About Medicine's Most Stubborn Enigma

Dementia involves complex social and familial dynamics, with memory being a crucial aspect beyond mere recollection.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Could Improv Training Benefit Dementia Caregivers?

Improv requires performers to pay close attention to each other and be open to continual discovery. A similar external focus and curiosity can help those caring for people with dementia avoid burnout and remain more patient and connected.
Mindfulness
#microplastics
fromMail Online
2 months ago
OMG science

VERY surprising kitchen chore that's 'fueling dementia'

Dishwashing plastic increases microplastic release, potentially linking to dementia.
fromMail Online
2 months ago
Mental health

The hidden ingredient in food that explains rise of dementia in US

Microplastics found in brain tissue may be linked to increased dementia rates in the US.
#football
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

How to watch 'Trapped: What Is Happening To Wendy Williams?' for free

The new documentary special "Trapped: What Is Happening to Wendy Williams?" seeks to explore the complex situation surrounding Wendy Williams, focusing on her fight against the guardianship imposed due to her health issues.
Media industry
fromMail Online
2 months ago

How cutting-edge tech could soon help find your missing grandma

Each year in the UK, around 40,000 people with dementia will wander from their homes, get lost and go missing. The majority are found quickly, but those missing over 24 hours face serious risks.
Roam Research
#missing-person
fromsfist.com
2 months ago
Mission District

79-Year-Old Peninsula Woman Missing After Hike With Partner and Friends In Portola Valley

fromsfist.com
2 months ago
Mission District

79-Year-Old Peninsula Woman Missing After Hike With Partner and Friends In Portola Valley

fromIndieWire
2 months ago

Horror Movie Legend Veronica Cartwright Returns to Her Hitchcockian Roots with 'The Ruse'

Veronica Cartwright delivers a compelling performance in 'The Ruse,' showcasing her enduring talent in the horror genre.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Dean Windass: 'I have ADHD as well as dementia'

Windass expressed that his ADHD diagnosis made sense upon reflecting on his life, stating that even in school, he struggled to process information.
English Premier League
Books
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The Emperor of Gladness by Ocean Vuong review heartbreak and hope

Ocean Vuong's novel navigates themes of identity, intergenerational connection, and the balance between hope and despair in relationships.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

One Reason I Got the Shingles Vaccine-And Why You Should, Too

The shingles vaccine may protect against dementia.
Shingles causes severe nerve pain and complications.
Vaccination is crucial for nerve and brain health.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Dear Abby: My sister may have dementia - should I take her keys?

If necessary, because your sister could be a danger to herself and others on the road, send a letter to the DMV to address her driving.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

How to Survive Mother's Day When Your Mom Is Gone

Mother's Day can be exceptionally difficult for those whose mothers have passed away or suffer from dementia.
SF LGBT
fromNature
2 months ago

Tracking older LGBTQ+ people's health: 'I hear their voices and their stories'

Jason Flatt's research exposes health disparities facing older LGBTQIA+ individuals, challenging assumptions about dementia risk linked to education levels.
fromHarvard Gazette
2 months ago

Tracking precisely how learning, memories are formed - Harvard Gazette

This technique provides a lens into the synaptic architecture of memory, something previously unattainable in such detail, said Adam Cohen, professor of chemistry and chemical biology.
OMG science
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

I'm losing my mum to young-onset dementia. Caring for my baby reminds me who she was

The article highlights the emotional journey of a new mother coping with her mother's dementia.
fromMedscape
2 months ago

Nearly One Third of Dementia Cases Tied to Hearing Loss

The research identifies that audiometry-measured hearing loss in older adults contributed to 32% of new dementia cases over an eight-year study period.
Mental health
#memory-loss
Mental health
fromtime.com
3 months ago

7 Signs It's Time to Take Your Memory Issues Seriously

Memory lapses are common with aging, but persistent issues should be evaluated by a healthcare professional.
fromNatural Health News
3 months ago

Mitochondrial Dysfunction in Neurodegenerative Disorders

Mitochondrial dysfunction significantly contributes to neurodegeneration and dementia in aging individuals.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Healthy Hearing Is an Often Overlooked Key to Aging Well

Hearing loss is pervasive and prevalent as people age, affecting millions worldwide and increasing the risk of health issues, including falls and dementia.
Mental health
#hypertension
fromInsideHook
3 months ago

Dementia Patients Could Make ER Boarding More of a Problem

ER boarding exacerbates challenges for hospitals, particularly affecting dementia patients during their critical wait for beds.
#cannabis
fromNew York Post
3 months ago
Mental health

People over 65 are being hospitalized 2700% more for this common pastime - which also increases dementia risk

Mental health
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

People over 65 are being hospitalized 2700% more for this common pastime - which also increases dementia risk

Increased cannabis use among older adults linked to a rise in emergency room visits and heightened dementia risk.
OMG science
fromwww.esquire.com
3 months ago

Elon Musk Has More Than a Dozen Birth Children That He Manages Relationships With Via a Fixer

Musk's drive for a multiplanetary humanity is intertwined with his complex personal life involving numerous children and challenging relationships.
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
3 months ago

South London mum 'died from stroke after ambulance cancelled by mistake'

A 71-year-old woman suffered a fatal brain bleed after multiple delays in ambulance response due to cancellation of her service request.
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