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Andre Yarham. (Pix via Samantha Fairbairn / SWNS) The UK’s youngest known dementia patient, Andre Yarham, has died aged 24, less than two years after being diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of the disease. Doctors had told his family that, despite his age, his brain showed degeneration comparable to that of a 70-year-old.According…
A recent study in Neurology reveals that weaker, more fragmented circadian rhythms are linked to an increased dementia risk. Individuals with activity peaks later in the day also faced a higher likelihood of developing the condition. These disruptions may impact inflammation and sleep, potentially affecting amyloid plaque buildup in the brain. Imagine if there were…
According to the World Health Organization, dementia is the seventh leading cause of death and one of the major causes of disability and dependency among older adults. Could a disease that affects such a large population be avoided with a simple “check-up”? Britain’s leading brain health expert, and a professor of medicine at the University…
There are many ways that daily routines might actually help the cognitive brain. In an Instagram reel, neuroscientist Jules has recently emphasised a few practices that might easily be implemented in the seemingly monotonous exercise of brushing your teeth. Such practices aim to do multiple things with the brain in order to build cognitive strengths…
Medical science has come a long way in the last few decades. With technological advances and innovations, researchers and doctors have managed to support people’s well-being even over once fatal diseases. However, there are still some disorders that leave us quite unnerved when they strike — dementia being one of them. A common and disabling…
According to a massive new study, regularly eating highly processed foods like fast food, packaged snacks, and sugary drinks can raise your risk of dementia by a very large proportion. Scientists came to the conclusion that the risk of dementia went up by 25% with each 10% increase in the daily consumption of ultra-processed foods….
Dementia’s early signs may manifest in your legs, not just your brain. Yes, that’s right. Weak leg muscles, due to inactivity, can accelerate cognitive decline and increase dementia risk. Active muscles release chemicals that boost brain health, highlighting the crucial link between leg strength and a sharp mind. Read on. Dementia does not appear out…
We all know that one can prevent Dementia by following a healthy diet, lifestyle, and exercising, but at what age should one start? While exercising at any age heaps loads of benefits, growing research now proves that this particular age bracket is ideal for exercise to keep dementia at bay. Let’s take a look..According to…
Bruce Willis’ family is adapting their holiday traditions as the actor battles frontotemporal dementia (FTD). His wife, Emma Heming, shared that while celebrations are ‘different,’ they find joy in being present with him and maintaining familiar traditions. Despite the challenges of dementia, the family emphasizes that laughter and joy still exist. The holiday season is…
Dementia doesn’t appear overnight. Its roots can stretch back a decade or more, silently altering the brain. Many people dismiss subtle changes in memory, mood, or daily functioning as normal aging. However, a landmark study found that lower cognitive test scores predict the development of Alzheimer’s disease 13 to 17 years before diagnosis. Recognizing early…
