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How frontotemporal dementia, the syndrome affecting Bruce Willis, changes the brain – research is untangling its genetic causes

Around 55 million people worldwide suffer from dementia such as Alzheimer’s disease. Recently, the actor Bruce Willis was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, or FTD, a rare type of dementia that typically affects people ages 45 to 64. In contrast to Alzheimer’s, in which the major initial symptom is memory loss,…

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FTD explained: Experts on brain disorder’s symptoms and treatment

Fans and followers of Hollywood icon Bruce Willis were shocked and saddened by the news of the actor’s diagnosis with frontotemporal dementia, or FTD, a rare form of dementia.

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Bruce Willis has frontotemporal dementia – here's what we know about the disease

American actor Bruce Willis has frontotemporal dementia, his family has announced.

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Commentary: Bruce Willis has frontotemporal dementia. So did my dad

Like the rest of the world, I learned Thursday that Bruce Willis — the man we all know from "Die Hard" and "Moonlighting" — has frontotemporal dementia. I caught my breath at the headline, but didn’t process the news until the quiet of night, as I was trying to fall…

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Scots actor Gianni Capaldi backs celeb pal Bruce Willis in superstar's dementia battle

The actor, who became close friends with the star during filming of blockbuster A Day to Die, has said the star’s fun-loving personality and devoted family mean he will manage with life.

Daily Record

5 signs of frontotemporal dementia: Bruce Willis’s condition explained

A closer look at the disease, also known as FTD, that has changed the Die Hard star’s life

The Independent UK

Sir Jackie Stewart offers to talk to Bruce Willis' family about dementia

Jackie's wife Helen, 82, has had the illness since 2014, and has lost the ability to walk.

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Outpouring for "legend" Bruce Willis

The revelation of the actor's dementia diagnosis inspired many to share their support and memories of his work

Salon

Sir Jackie Stewart offers invaluable support to Bruce Willis after dementia diagnosis

Racing legend Sir Jackie Stewart offered to talk to Bruce Willis and his family as his wife has been living with the same illness since 2014 following the actor's health update

Daily Mirror

Bruce Willis diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia. What is FTD?

There are no treatments to slow or stop the disease, but some interventions can help manage symptoms.

Chicago Sun-Times

Bruce Willis' frontotemporal Dementia diagnosis and symptoms explained

Bruce Willis has been diagnosed with frontotemporal Dementia in an emotional statement. The condition known as FTD can have a variety of symptoms and is an uncommon type

Daily Mirror

Bruce Willis has the most common form of dementia for those under 60. Here are the symptoms

Frontotemporal dementia causes changes in behavior and difficulty speaking.

Fortune

Bruce Willis' family 'overwhelmed and emotional' after sharing dad's dementia diagnosis

Bruce Willis' family say they are 'overwhelmed and emotional' after revealing the Hollywood legend's upsetting frontotemporal dementia diagnosis

Daily Mirror

What is frontotemporal dementia? The disease afflicting actor Bruce Willis is incurable

On Thursday, the family of actor Bruce Willis disclosed that he has been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, a degenerative brain disease that currently has no cure.

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The Independent UK

Bruce Willis has frontotemporal dementia. What is FTD?

Bruce Willis’ family says the actor has been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia

The Independent UK

What is dementia? Bruce Willis’ diagnosis explained

Actor’s family announced last month that his health condition has ‘progressed’ since his aphasia diagnosis

The Independent UK

Bruce Willis’ daughter Scout speaks out after sharing his frontotemporal dementia diagnosis

‘Feeling emotionally tired and a bit overwhelmed,’ she writes on Instagram

Manchester Evening News

What is frontotemporal dementia after Bruce Willis diagnosed with disease – the symptoms according to NHS

The Die Hard and Pulp fiction star was diagnosed with the congnitive condition aphasia last year, which has now ‘progressed’

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Daily Mirror

Bruce Willis' worsening condition forced directors to reduce role on movie sets

As Bruce Willis' health declined, directors were forced to reduce the star's role in movies years before his dementia diagnosis

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Bruce Willis's family share actor's dementia diagnosis

Bruce Willis's family released a joint statement after his aphasia condition progressed.

The Guardian - UK

Frontotemporal dementia: what is it and what is known about its causes?

Most cases are diagnosed when people are about 45-65 years old – earlier than many other forms of dementia

Daily Record

Symptoms of frontotemporal dementia after Bruce Willis diagnosed with 'cruel' disease

This type of dementia typically affects people aged 45-65 and is one of the more 'uncommon' forms of the illness.

The New Daily

Grim prognosis for Bruce Willis and all who suffer this form of dementia

Bruce Willis has been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia. His early symptoms were mistaken for the common stumbles of ageing.

Daily Mirror

Bruce Willis' daughter Scout puts on brave face in LA hours after dementia announcement

Scout Willis, the daughter of movie star Bruce, has been pictured running errands after announcing that her dad has dementia, following his retirement from acting

The Guardian - UK

First Thing: latest objects shot down over US not linked to China, Biden says

‘Private companies’ conclusion likely to fuel criticism that downings were overreaction amid pressure over initial balloon discovery. Plus, there may be a reason you want to sleep more in winter

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