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Can speaking multiple languages really lower dementia risk? It’s not that simple

The risk of dementia rises as the brain ages. One reason is that connections between brain cells weaken over time. Diseases of the brain, such as Alzheimer’s and stroke, can speed this up, eventually leading to dementia, a loss of mental abilities and a loss of independence.

The Conversation · Jul 16

'Absolute Legend': Fans Share Moving Stories of Nobby Stiles After Landmark Coroner's Decision

Nobby Stiles died from dementia linked to chronic traumatic encephalopathy caused by repeated heading. The coroner's ruling sparks renewed debate on football's duty of care.

International Business Times UK · Jul 15

England World Cup winner Nobby Stiles’ death linked to heading footballs – court

Stiles, born in Collyhurst, Manchester in 1942, was a tough-tackling defensive midfielder, capped 28 times by England.

Evening Standard · Jul 15

Nine out of 10 elderly dementia sufferers become less agitated after marijuana treatment, study finds

Medications such as morphine, Valium and Haldol have been found to have limited effectiveness in treating dementia-related agitation

The Independent UK · Jul 14

Experts Warn Of Commonly Dismissed Dementia Symptoms That Can Surface 15 Years Before Doctors Catch It

“That’s scary,” a netizen wrote about the findings.

Bored Panda · Jul 13

Researchers find simple programme could boost memory in those at risk of dementia

Alzheimer’s Society estimates that about a million people in the UK have dementia

The Independent UK · Jul 13

Brothers who ran 33 marathons to spotlight dementia spend a day in the Royal Box at Wimbledon

British brothers Jordan and Cian Adams ran 33 marathons in 33 days on their mission to raise awareness of frontotemporal dementia or FTD

The Independent UK · Jul 12

Emmerdale’s Danny Miller shares update after ‘awful’ rumours about father following dementia diagnosis

Emmerdale star Danny Miller has spoken out about “awful” rumours surrounding his father.

The Independent UK · Jul 10

Is Bruce Willis Still Alive? Wife Emma Shares Actor Is Still 'Present In His Body' as 'Die Hard' Star Turns 71

Emma Heming Willis updates on Bruce Willis' life with frontotemporal dementia, emphasising his emotional presence and family support despite communication challenges.

International Business Times UK · Jul 10

Radio and TV broadcaster Paul Gambaccini diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease

The BBC Radio 2 and Greatest Hits Radio presenter 77, has shared a statement confirming his diagnosis.

Evening Standard · Jul 9