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Scientist's brainstorm transforms dementia-risk testing

A pivotal moment in a dementia clinic waiting room has led researchers to create a quick, simple test that reveals a person's risk of developing the disease.

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Shingles Vaccine Linked to 24% Lower Dementia Risk in More Than 500,000 Older Adults, Study Finds

A study of more than 500,000 older adults found that shingles vaccination was linked to a 24% lower risk of dementia.

Medical Daily

New study reinforce the positive impacts of lifestyle changes on cognitive health and dementia risk

A new study recently presented in London to an audience of more than 1,000 global experts on dementia during the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC 2026) and simultaneously published in the journal The Lancet reinforce the positive impacts of lifestyle changes on cognitive health. Dubbed LatAm-FINGERS, the study’s findings caused…

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New study finds HRT may lower dementia risk - but what if you can't take it? Dr Amir reveals alternatives for boosting brain health with age

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may reduce the risk of dementia for some women, a new study has found, but not everyone can take it

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Dementia care navigators help Coloradans get the support they need

Latino Americans are 1.5 times more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease than white Americans, according to the Alzheimer’s Association.

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NRL great can't take many more 'dips' in dementia fight

Rugby league legend Royce Simmons has embarked on his fifth annual walk in the hope of raising money for dementia research.

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At Least One in Four NFL Players Who Died Recently Had CTE, and Researchers Call That a Floor

A new BMJ study finds at least 24.5% of former NFL players who died between 2016 and 2021 had CTE, and researchers call that figure a floor.

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This is when women should start HRT to reduce risk of dementia

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Women using HRT at lower risk of dementia, study suggests

Scientists found those who had used hormone replacement therapy were 10% less likely to be diagnosed with dementia

The Guardian - UK

Scientists pinpoint exactly when women should start HRT to slash dementia risk

The study also found that women who naturally had lower exposure to oestrogen over their lifetime seemed to have a 16 per cent reduced odds of dementia

The Independent UK

NHS shingles jab could lower risk of stroke and heart attacks, study finds

Shingles is caused by the herpes zoster virus flaring up again in people who previously had chicken pox

The Independent UK

Quarter of over-40s ‘unaware of preventable dementia risk factors’, survey finds

Around 982,000 people are living with dementia in the UK today

The Independent UK

Rumer Willis reveals ‘huge win’ amid Bruce Willis dementia battle

The actress says her father still smiles when he sees his family as she opens up about appreciating their time together following his FTD diagnosis.

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FDA Clears Roche Blood Test That Can Rule Alzheimer's Amyloid In or Out Without a Brain Scan

FDA cleared Roche's Elecsys pTau217 blood test for adults 55 and older with cognitive symptoms. What it can and cannot tell patients.

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‘A Huge Win’: Bruce Willis’ Daughter Rumer Describes One Bright Spot Amid His Dementia Battle

Rumer Willis opens up about a silver lining.

Evening Standard

Bruce Willis’ daughter says she is ‘so grateful’ for the time she has with him

The 71-year-old actor has been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia (FTD).

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Rumer Willis gets genetic test after dad Bruce’s dementia diagnosis

The actress has revealed how her family’s medical history prompted her to investigate her genetic risk of Alzheimer’s disease as she focuses on protecting her long-term health.

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Bruce Willis’ daughter opens up about genetic testing to assess her dementia risk

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The Independent UK

Bruce Willis’ daughter shares ‘terrifying’ genetic test ordeal after dad’s dementia diagnosis

‘Die Hard’ actor was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia in 2023

The Conversation

The physical activity paradox: not all forms of exercise lower your dementia risk – this type raises it

Not all physical activity is equal when it comes to protecting the brain from dementia. Where and why we move may matter more than most people realise.

Medical Daily

Hormone Therapy Is Still Not a Dementia Prevention Tool Under Current Guidance Despite New Autopsy Findings

Global and US guidance still says menopausal hormone therapy is not for dementia prevention, weeks after new autopsy findings drew wide attention.

Medical Daily

World Health Organization Names Twenty Modifiable Dementia Risk Factors in Its First Major Guideline Update Since 2019

WHO released updated dementia risk guidance covering 20 modifiable factors, adding air pollution and multidomain programs while flagging where evidence runs out.

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Why Some Parents Become Childlike As They Grow Older?

There comes a time when many people start noticing small changes in their parents. A mother who was always patient may suddenly get angry over little things, while a father who handled everything on his own may start asking for help with simple tasks. They may repeat the same question,…

The Independent UK

Ex-Abercrombie & Fitch CEO is mentally fit for sex trafficking trial, judge says

The former CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch has been ruled mentally competent to stand trial for alleged sex trafficking after being hospitalized for months for dementia and Alzheimer’s symptoms

International Business Times UK

'Used to Say Biden Had Dementia': Hypocrisy Called Out Over Donald Trump's Oval Office Note Cards

Images of President Trump with note cards during an Oval Office event have sparked debate over presidential fitness and media bias, highlighting perceived hypocrisy in criticisms of similar actions by Biden.

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