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Majority of dementia patients wander even if they never have before
The Alzheimer’s Association says wandering happens much more often than you think. To better protect your loved ones with dementia, the association shares some of the reasons why it happens, how you can prevent it, and the important registry that could help police find them faster.
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Preparing for Thanksgiving with a loved one with dementia
The Alzheimer’s Association offers advice on how to help a loved one with memory loss enjoy the holidays and stay safe.
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Bruce Willis' wife Emma Heming shares health update amid his dementia battle
Bruce Willis’ wife, Emma Heming, reflected on the actor’s health battle after he was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia earlier this year.
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Study says a sedentary lifestyle can raise dementia risk
Researchers found a link between sedentary lifestyles and chronic illnesses that are linked with increased dementia risk.
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Some US airports strive to make flying more inclusive for those with dementia
With over 14 million people expected to check into airports nationwide for Labor Day weekend, a number of them inevitably will be travelers with dementia or some sort of cognitive impairment. Nearly a dozen airports in the last few years have modified their facilities and operations to be more dementia-friendly.
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Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter Has Dementia, the Carter Center Says
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter has dementia, her family announced Tuesday.
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Bruce Willis' Wife Gets Emotional Sharing How Daughter, 9, Helps Care For Her Dad
Three months after Bruce Willis’ dementia diagnosis was revealed, his wife is sharing how their 9-year-old daughter is learning about her dad’s disease and assisting in his care.
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Pizza Delivery Driver Helps Fallen Elderly Woman
A Florida family is praising a pizza delivery driver who helped their 90-year-old mother after a fall. Security cameras captured his kindness while they waited for help to arrive.
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Bruce Willis' Family Says His Condition Has Progressed to Frontotemporal Dementia
The family of retired actor Bruce Willis says his condition has progressed to frontotemporal dementia. Willis’ family previously stated in 2022 that he had been diagnosed with aphasia.
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Warning Signs to Diagnose Dementia in Elderly Family Members
With holidays just around the corner, there are warning signs that you can look out for to see if your loved ones have dementia.
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Skip the Soda, Pass on the Frozen Pizza and Other Foods You Should Avoid to Decrease Dementia Risk
Frozen dinners, ice cream, sugary drinks and other ultra-processed foods have been linked to obesity and heart disease, but a new study warns of a different worry: dementia. It found that a higher percentage of ultra-processed foods in a diet was associated with a cognitive decline in adults.