Addressing 14 risk factors for dementia could prevent or delay nearly half of cases of the disease, according to a new report by the journal The Lancet.

Nearly half of dementia cases could be avoided or delayed by tackling 14 risk factors

The Independent

The number of people in England being diagnosed with dementia is at an all-time high – with a record 487,432 people living with a diagnosis in June.A timely diagnosis is vital to ensure more people get the support and care they need to live with the illness.The country has one of the highest dementia diagnosis rates in the world, with 65% of the total number of people estimated to be living with a form of the disease currently diagnosed (for most high-income countries, the diagnosis rate is 20-25%).Dementia is an umbrella term for progressive conditions associated with an ongoing decline...

Dementia numbers hit record high – here’s the warning signs you need to know

The eyes can reveal a lot about the health of our brain. Indeed, problems with the eyes can be one of the earliest signs of cognitive decline. Our latest study shows that a loss of visual sensitivity can predict dementia 12 years before it is diagnosed. Our research was based...

Your Vision Can Predict Dementia 12 Years Before Diagnosis, Study Shows

Everyday Health

Recognize early signs of dementia, like frequent falling, trouble reading, saying inappropriate things, and unusual compulsions. Learn more to understand and seek help.

10 Surprising Early Signs of Dementia

A recent study published in the International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry reveals a significant link between depression and an increased risk of developing dementia. Conducted over 15 years, the study found that people with depression at the start of the study were 74% more likely to develop dementia than those without depression. Additionally, the onset of dementia occurred about two years earlier in individuals with depression. These findings underscore the importance of early detection and treatment of depression to potentially prevent future cognitive decline.

This common mental health condition increases the risk of dementia by 74%, study finds

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

Mens Journal

It all depends on how your body distributes it.

Study Finds Link Between Alzheimer's and Fat in Certain Parts of Body

Aug. 12, 2024 – Researchers have identified two new ways that people can reduce their risk of getting dementia. The pair of risk factors play a role in as many as 9% of all dementia cases, with an estimated 7% of dementia cases linked to high cholesterol and 2% linked to untreated vision loss later in life, according to a panel of 27 experts who recently published their new report as part of the Lancet Commission on dementia prevention, intervention, and care.

Dementia Risk: Two Newly Identified Factors You Should Know

RadarOnline

Once high and mighty Matt Lauer was said to be miserable as he watched his former colleagues headline NBC’s Olympics coverage in Paris, RadarOnline.com can reveal.Sources claimed it was another painful reminder to the disgraced Today show host of how far he’s fallen since workplace sex scandals forced him out of his ten-figure job in 2017.A source said: “He was always hugely invested in the Games, so it was gut-wrenching for him to watch others shine in the spotlight.”Insiders reported Lauer, 66, was glued to his TV and left feeling increasingly embittered as his former minions hosted the global extravaganza.The...

Disgraced ‘Today’ Host Matt Lauer ‘Was Wracked With Pain and Bitterness’ Watching Ex-NBC Colleagues Fronting Paris Olympics’: ‘Gut Wrenching!’

Getting the Shingrix vaccine after the age of 50 can reduce your chances of developing the painful skin condition known as shingles. Vaccination also might help reduce your risk of dementia, according to a recent study. Those who received the two-dose shingles vaccine reduced their risk of dementia in the...

This Vaccine Is Tied to a 17% Lower Dementia Risk

Coroner Paul Marks said the death was accidental with the cause confirmed as chest injuries.

Farmer dies after being run over by his own Range Rover

It's natural to experience some cognitive decline as we age, but not all cognitive deficits are a result of dementia. There are a variety of hormonal conditions and nutrient deficiencies that can present similar symptoms. If you’re having trouble concentrating or experiencing some memory loss, don’t panic just yet—rule out...

3 Conditions That Cause Cognitive Decline (But Aren't Dementia)

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Researchers name 14 factors for people to address to ‘hugely’ reduce risk of developing condition

Almost half of dementia cases could be prevented or delayed, study finds

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A recent study highlights a significant link between insufficient slow-wave sleep (SWS) in people over 60 and an increased risk of dementia. SWS, a critical stage in the sleep cycle that lasts about 20-40 minutes and occurs roughly every 90 minutes, is essential for various aspects of health, including muscle, bone, immune function, and brain health. It is crucial in clearing metabolic waste from the brain, including proteins associated with Alzheimer's disease.

Insufficient slow-wave sleep in seniors linked to higher dementia and Alzheimer's risk

As of 2020, about 17.6 million people worldwide have the autoimmune disease rheumatoid arthritis. Past studies have linked rheumatoid arthritis to an increased risk for a number of health concerns. Researchers from the University of Málaga in Spain have now linked rheumatoid arthritis to a greater chance of developing specific...

Why is rheumatoid arthritis tied to a higher risk of cognitive decline?

Feeling your life lacks purpose or personal growth may be putting you at risk for cognitive impairment in later life, according to a new study.

Here’s what could be a sign of future cognitive decline

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Medically reviewed by Brigid Dwyer, MDMedically reviewed by Brigid Dwyer, MDDementia is a broad term that describes the loss of cognitive abilities like thinking, remembering, using language, and making decisions. Lewy body dementia (LBD) is one type of dementia, named after the scientist who discovered this variation. This type of dementia is thought to be caused by a buildup of a specific protein in the brain.  There are two types of LBD: dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB) and Parkinson’s disease dementia (PDD). In general, both types of LBD are caused by the same accumulation of protein in the brain and...

Signs and Symptoms of Lewy Body Dementia

Nearly half of all dementia cases could be delayed or prevented altogether by addressing 14 possible risk factors, including vision loss and high cholesterol. That is the key finding of a new study that we and our colleagues published in the journal The Lancet. Dementia, a rapidly increasing global challenge,...

Dementia Risk Can Be Cut by 45% If Together We Do These 14 Things

Alzheimer's disease is the leading cause of dementia, accounting for 60 to 80% of all dementia cases. And the number of people living with Alzheimer's disease is expected to triple (from 50 million) in less than 30 years. So there's an increasing interest and urgency to better understand the risk...

Research Shows A Connection Between Low Vitamin D & Alzheimer's Disease Risk

Officers investigating the crash are continuing to appeal for any witnesses to come forward.

Biker who died in crash 'will be hugely missed'

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Two new dementia risks identified by major report

Treating failing eyesight and high cholesterol are two new ways to lower the risk of dementia developing, a major report suggests. Scientists have now identified 14...

Two new dementia risks identified by major report

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