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Elon Musk says humans are ‘pre-programmed to die’ and longevity is 'solvable', raising huge questions about the future of health

Musk once said he’d “prefer to be dead” than live to 100 with dementia or as a burden to society.

Fortune

The “Shuffle Walk”: 7 Physical Signs of Dementia That appear Before Memory Loss

When we think of dementia, we instinctively picture memory loss. We visualize lost keys, forgotten names, and confusion about dates. We assume that the brain fails first. However, medical research increasingly suggests that the body often signals the decline before memory issues become severe. Dementia is not a single disease…

Budget and the Bees

New study reveals around a quarter of dementia patients are prescribed risky drugs despite safety warnings

Roughly 25 percent of dementia patients were prescribed at least one ‘potentially inappropriate’ drug between 2013 and 2021

The Independent UK

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Donald Trump Needs Melania More Than Ever Amid Growing Dementia Fears

Donald Trump is reportedly relying heavily on Melania amid growing dementia fears, following erratic behaviour during meetings with oil executives and visible physical struggles at events.

International Business Times UK

Your body clock matters for brain health in later life – and could even be linked to dementia risk

Inside the body, a 24-hour rhythm, known as the circadian rhythm, quietly coordinates when we sleep, wake, eat and recover. This internal timing system helps keep organs and hormones working in sync. When it becomes disrupted, the effects may extend well beyond poor sleep, with growing evidence suggesting consequences for…

The Conversation

Dementia or ADHD? Psychologists Analyse Donald Trump's Latest 'Odd' Behavior

US President Donald Trump's unusual behaviour in meetings, including wandering focus and dozing, has drawn comparisons to dementia, though supporters say such observation alone is not conclusive.

International Business Times UK

Trump Reignites Dementia Concerns After Behaviour During Meeting With Oil Execs at the White House

Donald Trump has faced renewed scrutiny regarding his mental health after an unusual interaction during a White House meeting with oil executives sparked widespread social media speculation.

International Business Times UK

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Dementia at just 24-years-old – how Britain’s youngest sufferer may help researchers understand the disease

A UK man who is thought to be Britain’s youngest dementia sufferer recently passed away from the disease at only 24 years old. Andre Yarham, from Norfolk in England, was just 22 when he was first diagnosed with dementia.

The Conversation

Most Alzheimer’s cases linked to a single gene, study finds

One gene called APOE has long been known to increase the risk of Alzheimer’s disease, but without a specific variant most cases would not occur

The Independent UK

Just because smartwatches can spot dementia risk, should they?

Samsung's latest proposed smartwatch feature raises a lot of questions

How a common vaccine may help provide protection from dementia

Public health experts say a recent study indicates a pattern which is becoming difficult to dismiss

The Independent UK

Man who died with dementia aged 24 leaves brain to science

Andre Yarham was just 22 when he was diagnosed with dementia

The Independent UK

Scotland star Gordon McQueen’s ball-heading highlighted at inquest

The former international footballer died in 2023 after developing dementia.

Evening Standard

Is Trump's 'Dementia' Driving America to Ruin? Aide Tells Michael Wolff Trump's Venezuela 'Run the Country' Vow Stunned Everyone

Michael Wolff says Trump stunned aides by claiming the US would 'run' Venezuela.

International Business Times UK

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New study shows how the body's internal clock could influence risk of dementia

Researchers found that people with weaker or more irregular internal clocks had a higher risk of developing dementia.

The Independent UK

One of your favorite hobbies could help slash dementia risk

More than seven million Americans live with dementia, including Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease

Samsung is bringing dementia detection tools to future Galaxy wearables

Upcoming feature will track changes in speech, movement and daily routines to nudge users to seek medical advice sooner

Medical Daily

Brain Health Aging Guide: Effective Strategies for Cognitive Decline Prevention and Lower Dementia Risk

Boost brain health with evidence-based strategies for cognitive decline prevention. Learn how lifestyle habits reduce dementia risk and support healthy brain aging naturally.

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International Business Times UK

Trump Boasts of 'Acing' Cognitive Test No Other 'President' Was Willing to Take Amid Dementia Rumours

Donald Trump claims he 'aced' a cognitive test and is in perfect health as dementia rumours and political scrutiny intensify.

The Independent UK

The facial feature experts say is an early warning sign of dementia

Scientists found looking older than you are significantly increases your chance of being diagnosed with dementia

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7 Early Signs of Dementia That Are Often Mistaken for Aging

Forgetting a name now and then can be normal, but repeated changes that disrupt daily life deserve a closer look. The tricky part is that...

International Business Times UK

'Time Stood Still': Emma Heming's Emotional Anniversary Tribute to Bruce Willis

Emma Heming marks 18 years with Bruce Willis, sharing a moving tribute as the actor continues his battle with dementia.

Roll Call

Former Sen. Jon Kyl withdraws from public life amid dementia diagnosis - Roll Call

Former Arizona Sen. Jon Kyl, 83, has been diagnosed with dementia and will withdraw from public life, he announced Tuesday.

The Independent UK

Former Republican Sen Jon Kyl announces dementia diagnosis and will withdraw from public life

As a lobbyist, Kyl helped guide the confirmation of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh

Budget and the Bees

The Link Between Hearing Loss and Dementia: What You Need to Know

“I can hear fine; people just mumble.” We have all heard a parent or grandparent say this. We treat hearing loss as a harmless annoyance of aging, something to be stubborn about or ignore. But emerging science is painting a much scarier picture.

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