Dementia

Revered folk singer Linda Perhacs reported missing

Friends of Linda Perhacs, 82, had been unable to reach her ever since she was discharged from an assisted living facility eight months ago.

Forum: Those at the end of life need greater compassion and care

England World Cup winner Nobby Stiles died from brain injury linked to heading football, court rules

England’s 1966 World Cup winner Nobby Stiles headed a football around 140,000 times during his career, and died aged 78 suffering from severe dementia.

Up to 45% of dementia risk can be prevented, delayed: WHO

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Former football players show brain changes but no cognitive decline, researchers find

The study was looking to establish if repetitive impacts like heading the ball affect the risk of developing dementia in footballers.

Medical Mysteries

Two brothers diagnosed with Sanfilippo syndrome, a rare disorder dubbed ‘childhood dementia’

Matthew Leong, 29, was diagnosed with Sanfilippo syndrome, a rare rare and brutal disorder that’s dubbed “childhood dementia”. His mother Sharmaine Lau, 58, had been by his side, taking care of him for over 20 years.

Musical therapy: Classical concerts in New York for dementia sufferers

There is copious data supporting the value of art, music and dance therapy for people with cognitive impairment.

NTU student who cared for late dad with dementia halts studies to look after mum with brain tumour

Caregiving is not a burden forced upon him, but a conscious choice, said Samuel Chew, holding his mother with one hand and his late father's photo in another.

Khoo Teck Puat Hospital unveils new Kopitiam-themed patient lounge for elderly patients

Khoo Teck Puat Hospital partnered with Kopitiam to launch their first coffee shop-themed patient lounge.

Six common medications that may lower your dementia risk

Common medications, such as those for diabetes, have been found to decrease people's risk of dementia.

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