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Beyond memory loss: The impact of Alzheimer’s disease

Every year on October 21st, World Alzheimer's Day is observed to raise awareness about this debilitating disease. The goal is to educate the public about early detection, diagnosis, and management strategies.

The Times of India

New study to investigate non-invasive treatment for dementia and Parkinson’s

Researchers will look at whether treatment can be delivered to the brain via specialised microbubbles.

The Independent UK

Sir Alex Ferguson 'misses' football since retirement as legendary boss talks dementia

Legendary Scottish manager Sir Alex Ferguson has discussed how he keeps his mind active since retirement.

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Worst common habits for the brain that can cause Alzheimer's disease

Alzheimer's disease, one of the most common forms of dementia, has been on rise in the past decades. In modern times, certain lifestyle habits are affecting our brain health and increasing the risk of Alzheimer's. Leading an inactive lifestyle, eating unhealthy, being lonely, and not getting adequate sleep are some…

The Times of India

Study Identifies Class Of Diabetes Drugs That Cuts Risk Of Dementia, Parkinson's Disease

The study revealed that sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT2) inhibitors may help reduce the risk of dementia and Parkinson's disease.

Medical Daily

Marcus Trescothick: The more we can raise awareness of Alzheimer’s the better

Interim England white-ball head coach Trescothick’s father Martyn has dementia.

The Independent UK

Study Identifies Food Items That Could Cut Risk Of Dementia

The study revealed that those with the highest adherence to a flavonoid-rich diet, particularly tea, red wine, and berries, had a lower risk of dementia, with a more pronounced effect in those with a high genetic risk, hypertension, and depressive symptoms.

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Brothers Discover They Have Rare Dementia Gene, Decide to Run Length of Entire Country: 'Our Time is Short'

The brothers lost their mother to the disease in 2016.

Latin Times

Why light pollution may be linked to greater risk of Alzheimer’s disease

Light pollution is a growing issue. Over the past 25 years, artificial lighting has surged by 49% worldwide. For perspective, the brightness of the night sky has risen by almost 10% per year over the last 12 years. Around 80% of the global population is now affected by light pollution.

The Conversation

OPINION - The Standard View: Fast-track justice is not fit for purpose

Until the single justice procedure is fundamentally overhauled, miscarriages of justice will continue to be uncovered. A joint Evening Standard/ITV News investigation has again revealed vast inadequacies in the system, from grieving families to pensioners with dementia and even the dead being wrongly prosecuted under secretive fast-track courts.

Evening Standard

What are flavonoids and what foods are they in? As study suggests they lower risk of dementia

Flavonoid-high foods such as berries, leafy greens and citrus fruits have a plethora of health benefits.

The Independent UK

Flavonoid-rich foods and drinks may cut risk of dementia, study finds

Researchers say six additional servings of foods such as berries, tea and red wine daily could lower the risk by 28%

The Guardian - UK

Consuming berries, tea and red wine ‘may reduce the risk of dementia’

Researchers at Queen’s University Belfast said evidence suggests that risk factors such as diet can play an important role in prevention of dementia.

The Independent UK

Aged care nurse 'ashamed' of failing to assess, treat 93yo woman after fall

'He knew the resident was vulnerable due to her age and dementia'

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Could geriatric hospitals reduce pressure on the health system? Maybe – but improving aged care is paramount

Australia is facing a surge in hospital presentations in older adults. Between 2015–16 and 2019–20, hospitalisations among people aged 75–84 increased by an average of 3% annually, the largest rise of any age group.

AAP

Community attitudes pose dementia challenge

Discrimination is still startlingly commonplace for those living with dementia, underscoring the need for more inclusive communities.

The Guardian - AU

‘It’s the only disease where you’re not supported to fight for your life’: why Kate Swaffer is demanding dementia rights

When Swaffer was diagnosed with younger onset dementia at 49, she was told to prepare for the end. Instead she embarked on a mission

The Times of India

5 weight loss exercises for weekend warriors

Can working out twice a week bring you as many benefits as exercising every day? The answer could be yes to a large extent, if you are fulfilling the World Health Organization's recommendation of getting at least 150 minutes of moderate physical activity a week. Exercising daily can keep your…

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Stolen Generations call for support to age with dignity

Australia's Stolen Generations survivors need trauma-informed care as they age, say the organisations who support them.

The Conversation

What the government’s home care changes mean for ageing Australians

The Albanese government has this week announced it will introduce one of the largest reforms to Australia’s aged-care sector to date.

The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: dementia prescriptions reveal crisis point, Trump rejects debate rematch, fire ants threaten koalas

The number of Australians taking medication for the disease has increased 50% in the past decade

The Guardian - AU

Dementia prescriptions jump 46% in a decade as Australia urged to prepare for ‘full impact’ of disease

Neuroscientist says rapidly ageing population puts country at forefront of a health crisis

The Guardian - AU

Toby lives with childhood dementia. Limited funding in Australia is leaving families without hope

Death rates from childhood cancer have almost halved but there has been no improvement in survival rates for children with dementia

Evening Standard

British couple plan to die in double ‘suicide capsule’ at Swiss clinic

Peter and Christine Scott, from Suffolk, made the decision after she was recently diagnosed with early-stage vascular dementia

Zenger

Excessive Light Pollution At Night Linked To Increased Alzheimer’s Risk

Exposure to outdoor light after dark could increase the prevalence of dementia more than many other risk factors.

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