All news on the topic: Dementia

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Bruce Willis' wife sadly admits his dementia is a 'family disease'
Since Bruce Willis stepped away from his hugely successful Hollywood acting career due to his dementia diagnosis, his wife Emma Heming Willis, has been his 'care partner'
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Bruce Willis' daughter describes his reaction to her face as he battles dementia
As Die Hard star Bruce Willis struggles with his ongoing dementia diagnosis, his 29-year-old daughter Tallulah shares how her father's spirits still rise every time he sees his child enter the room
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Bruce Willis is being 'chipped away day by day' by dementia, says daughter
Tallulah Willis, daughter of Hollywood actor Bruce Willis and his ex Demi Moore, discussed her father's dementia diagnosis and her own health journey in a candid personal essay
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Expert warns of rare dementia type that is often mistaken for 'midlife crisis'
Many people are still unaware of the symptoms of dementia, which makes it very hard to diagnose, and an expert has explained that one rare form often gets mistaken for someone just having a 'midlife crisis'
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How to support a loved one with dementia, including Bruce Willis' rare form
As Bruce Willis' wife shares how 'hard' the actor's diagnosis with frontotemporal dementia has been on their family, an expert explains what you can do to support a loved one suffering from the rare condition
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Six crucial questions to ask loved ones if you suspect they have dementia
While there is no cure for dementia, an early diagnosis can slow progress down in some cases, so it's worth keeping an eye on your family and friends if you suspect they have symptoms
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'Nordic' walking technique can 'slow down progression' of dementia, study finds
Nordic walking can help significantly improve your physical health, and even help you lose weight, but a new study has also found that it might be able to help slow down the progression of Alzheimer's disease
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Inside Bruce and Emma Willis' marriage from age gap to her 'care partner' role
Emma Heming Willis has been busy sharing awareness for the dementia that forced her husband to retire from Hollywood as they appear stronger than ever through his health struggle
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Rare dementia early warning signs as Bruce Willis' wife shares tragic update
Family first spotted Hollywood star Bruce Willis was struggling with the language disorder known as aphasia before they had the heartbreaking news that his condition had progressed to frontotemporal dementia
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Symptoms of Bruce Willis' dementia as wife says 'hard to know' if he's aware
Pulp Fiction actor Bruce Willis' wife Emma has opened up about her husband's battle with a rare form of dementia which affects language and behaviour, among other things
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Rugby World Cup winner says medal means nothing and 'might as well be ashtray'
Dad-of-four Steve Thompson blames the sport for the disease that has left him struggling with mental illness, robbed him of family memories and pushed him to the brink
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Five foods to avoid if you want to keep your 'memory and focus sharp'
Here is a list of five foods that you should avoid if you want to keep your "memory and focus sharp" as they have been found to slow cognitive function, according to an expert
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What you should do if you spot who you think is a dementia patient looking lost
A study revealed that 70 per cent of dementia suffers go missing at least once as they try go about their day and their diseased brain lets them down. Over one in 10 adults in the US over the age of 65 have dementia
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Link between brushing your teeth and dementia is explained by scientists
A study which looked at adults with and without memory issues with an average age of 67 - and subjected them to dental examinations - found those with a healthier set teeth and gums appeared less likely to suffer brain decline
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TV doctor's favourite diet can ward off dementia 'as well as brain diseases'
Dr Michael Mosley, the inventor of the Fast 800 diet, has said intermittent fasting isn't just good for people who want to lose weight, but it can also help ward off dementia
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Dementia symptoms in early stages of the disease that you might not know
Many people immediately think of memory loss as a sign of dementia, and while it maybe, there are other important symptoms that could go unnoticed in its early stages
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Simple activity to do every day to reduce risk of dementia, according to expert
Many people are unaware you can actually reduce the risk of dementia, and a health expert has recommended an everyday activity that can help - without getting 'overwhelmed'
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Subtle sign of dementia you might notice when you're doing your weekly shop
Unfortunately many people still don't know the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease, but in the UK one in two people will be affected by dementia - so it's important to know the signs to look out for
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Five health problems sitting down all day can cause - and what to do about it
A sedentary lifestyle just isn't good for our health, and with the average working-age adult spending 9.5 hours a day perched on their backside, it's high time for change
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Medical lawyer has baffling seven-word response to dad diagnosed with dementia
One woman shared her story of the scary response she got from a medical official moments after her father was diagnosed with a common type of dementia - and it is perfectly representative of the American healthcare system
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Common disease can increase your risk of developing dementia later in life
A common disease that impacts millions of Americans can increase the risk of dementia, warns a dementia expert. Diabetes can constrict blood vessels and contribute to brain inflammation
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Five jobs that put workers at higher risk of dementia as they grow older
Researchers have found that higher physical activity during work could be associated with mild mind impairment or dementia later in life, a study published at The Lancet showed
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Popular sandwich ingredient can 'lower your chance of developing dementia'
More than 944,000 people suffer from dementia in the UK but a new study suggests that eating one type of dairy regularly could help reduce the risk of the incurable condition
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Two diets that can stave off dementia - and the best food to eat
Reducing the risk of dementia is often associated with reading, memory games and other brain-exercising activities. But research has shown that your diet can also give you a boost in cognitive function
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Working these five 'demanding' jobs could rocket your risk of dementia
Researchers from Norway and Columbia have found that working physically demanding jobs could increase your risk of developing dementia and cognitive impairment