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Bruce Willis’ wife shares concerning warning signs prior to dementia diagnosis

Bruce Willis' wife shares concerning warning signs prior to dementia diagnosis

Bruce Willis’ Wife Shares Warning Signs Before Dementia Diagnosis Before Bruce Willis received his diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia, his wife, Emma Heming Willis, noted some “surprising” changes in his behavior. She remarked that he became quieter than usual, a stark contrast to his typically “warm” and lively personality. In a preview interview with Diane Sawyer […]

Wendy Williams seen dining with friends following a sad update about her dementia struggle

Wendy Williams seen dining with friends following a sad update about her dementia struggle

Wendy Williams Steps Out Amid Health Challenges Wendy Williams was recently spotted heading out for dinner with friends at the well-known New York restaurant Tucci. This outing comes after her diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia and aphasia was reaffirmed. Even with her recent cognitive tests, Williams seemed to be in high spirits during the evening. This […]

Unique brain features could protect ‘SuperAgers’ from dementia

Unique brain features could protect 'SuperAgers' from dementia

Older individuals are taking a moment to reflect. In the U.S., the average life expectancy hovers around 78 years, which is, interestingly, four years less for certain groups. Among them, there’s a category known as “Super Agers,” who possess the memory and cognitive skills typical of middle-aged individuals. A recent study from Northwestern University uncovers […]

Neurologist shares 2 ways to safeguard against dementia

Neurologist shares 2 ways to safeguard against dementia

When I think about my travels providing neurological care in various under-resourced regions, I realize there’s so much to learn about brain health and disease prevention. One trip to Uganda fundamentally altered my outlook. I encountered a 14-year-old boy who was unable to move the left side of his body. Our medical team later found […]

States in the US with the highest rates of dementia identified

States in the US with the highest rates of dementia identified

Home is Where the Heart Is—But It Can Also Be Where Memories Slip Away Recent research indicates that dementia rates fluctuate significantly across the United States, in ways that are not fully explained by traditional risk factors. This study points to the possibility that your location could significantly influence your risk of developing memory-related conditions […]