Dictionary of synonyms

Synonyms and antonyms of the word: dementia

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Usage examples:

• 3,800 steps a day lowers the risk of developing dementia by 25%.

Source: https://www.craigdailypress.com/news/mrh-walk-your-way-to-better-health/

A 2020 study published in The Lancet found that hearing loss doubles the risk of developing dementia for older adults.

Source: https://www.moneytalksnews.com/can-hearing-aids-help-prevent-dementia/

According to the study published in the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease in 2015, people with the disease start to prefer slapstick jokes nine years before typical dementia symptoms begin to show.

Source: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-11762915/Bizarre-dementia-symptoms-revealed-Bruce-Willis-diagnosis.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490

Additionally, Saskatchewan recently received criticism in a report from CanAge, which found the province lacking in dementia care preparedness and not addressing risk factors linked to dementia.

Source: https://leaderpost.com/news/saskatchewan/alzheimers-sask-looking-to-launch-new-dementia-support-strategy

Additionally, Saskatchewan recently received criticism in a report from CanAge, which found the province lacking in dementia care preparedness and not addressing risk factors linked to dementia.

Source: https://leaderpost.com/news/saskatchewan/alzheimers-sask-looking-to-launch-new-dementia-support-strategy

A Delaware Journal of Public Health report published in 2021 said a growing number of Delaware’s older residents suffer from dementia, requiring more expensive help from the state and family caregivers.

Source: https://www.bostonherald.com/2023/06/29/were-older-than-we-used-to-be-especially-in-these-states/

A dementia day care provider has shared advice on the top three issues families in the region seek help about as part of Dementia Action Week this week.

Source: https://www.lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/23520792.filo-project-gives-advice-carers-ahead-dementia-action-week/?ref=rss

A family has been left devastated after brothers, aged just six and two, were diagnosed with a rare disease that will lead to childhood dementia.

Source: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-12389597/Washington-parents-life-torn-apart-sons-aged-just-six-two-diagnosed-DEMENTIA.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490

A free platform where you can share your experiences with dementia, ask others for advice, and read about how others cope with it.

Source: https://www.southwalesargus.co.uk/news/23536347.can-find-support-dementia-newport/?ref=rss

Aging is the most significant risk factor for dementia due to brain damage that can take years or decades to become noticeable enough for symptoms to develop.

Source: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-12144923/Five-early-warning-signs-dementia-revealed-Rosalynn-Carter-battles-cruel-disorder.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490

A GROUP of Cub Scouts have shared their enthusiasm with residents at a dementia care home.

Source: https://www.hampshirechronicle.co.uk/news/23354946.winchester-scouts-visit-st-catherines-view-dementia-care-home/?ref=rss

Also to receive a BEM is Darren Walker for services to the community in Leeds; and Debra Ruth Veigas, for services to people with dementia and end of life care in Wakefield.

Source: https://www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/news/people/kind-hearted-leeds-volunteer-lesley-ann-hastings-to-become-mbe-in-new-years-honours-4461180

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia in the UK.

Source: https://metro.co.uk/2023/07/20/simple-test-offers-major-breakthrough-in-alzheimers-diagnosis-19161968/

Alzheimer's is the most common form of the disease, affecting more than six million Americans, while Lewy body dementia is the second most common type, with roughly one million living with the condition.

Source: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-12662335/ozempic-wegovy-dementia-risk.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490

A married couple at a Nottinghamshire dementia specialist nursing home have reflected on their relationship for National Couples Day (18th August) – proving that love, laughter and some sarcasm is the recipe for a happy marriage.

Source: https://www.chad.co.uk/lifestyle/family-and-parenting/married-couple-at-nottinghamshire-dementia-home-share-their-story-to-mark-national-couples-day-4262716

An appeal is being made for the return of a pair of special shoes which belong to a pensioner with vascular dementia.

Source: https://www.northern-scot.co.uk/news/appeal-for-moray-pensioners-missing-shoes-304931/

And according to one GP, there are a handful of early warning signs to look out for that may indicate the onset of dementia.

Source: https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/lifestyle/health-fitness/four-dementia-warning-signs-appear-30810747

And he was still there, an ever-present at United games even as the awful debilitation of dementia began to grip.

Source: https://www.theage.com.au/sport/soccer/england-and-manchester-united-great-bobby-charlton-dies-at-86-20231022-p5ee1l.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport