Dementia

Xander Irvine, who was killed in a crash in Morningside last year.

Elderly driver who killed toddler may have had undiagnosed dementia

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Martin Lewis reveals how pensioners can claim up to £5,600 annually

3 Things Not to Say to Someone Living With Dementia

Dementia Action Week 2024: The Average Cost Of Dementia Care In Edinburgh Totals...

David Moore, 65, from Carrick Knowe in Edinburgh has been found in Barcelona after going missing for more than 24 hours, and has been taken to hospital.

Dementia sufferer missing in Barcelona found and taken to hospital

Many believe there are still too many misconceptions about dementia

1.7m Brits are expected to be living with dementia by 2040 - more than double today's levels. (Picture: Adobe Stock)

1.7m people could have dementia in the UK by 2040

Former London mayor Ken Livingstone is suffering from Alzheimer’s disease.

Ken Livingstone suffering from Alzheimer’s, family announces

Alastair Stewart has revealed he has been diagnosed with dementia at the age of 71

Former ITV News presenter reveals dementia diagnosis

Alzheimer’s disease: New vaccine ‘could reduce or prevent’ impact of illness and ‘eliminate toxic cells’

Alzheimer’s disease: Scientists believe new vaccine offers ‘fresh hope

Fiona Phillips: What’s the difference between Alzheimer’s and Dementia and can it be cured?

Fiona Phillips: What’s the difference between Alzheimer’s & Dementia?

Emmerdale star dies following private dementia battle

Coronation Street star is suffering with dementia

Bruce Willis with his daughters

Bruce Willis’ wife Emma shares heartbreaking update on actor’s health

Nora Forster and John Lydon attend the BMI Awards at The Dorchester on October 15, 2013 in London, England. (Photo by Ben A. Pruchnie/Getty Images)

Wife of Sex Pistols star John Lydon dies

Bruce Willis turned 68 on Sunday - Credit: Getty Images

WATCH: Bruce Willis speaks for the first time since dementia diagnosis

Hollywood actor Bruce Willis has been diagnosed with dementia - Credit: Getty Images

Bruce Willis’ wife posts heartbreaking message on star’s 68th birthday
Die Hard and Fast & Furious star Bruce Willis celebrated his 68th birthday on Sunday following his dementia diagnosis.
Ethan Evans

A Mediterranean diet slashes the risk of dementia by nearly a quarter, according to new research.

Mediterranean diet slashes risk of dementia by almost a quarter

Emma Heming Willis told paparazzis to stay away from husband Bruce Willis following dementia diagnosis.

Bruce Willis’ wife issues statement to people approaching the star

Bruce Willis has been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia. (Credit: Getty Images)

Bruce Willis diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia - what it is

Bruce Willis diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, family confirms

Doing puzzles can be a good way of keeping the brain active

Six steps you can take to reduce the risk of developing dementia

The number of deaths from dementia and other age-related conditions fell 5% in Scotland last year
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Number of deaths from dementia fall by 5% in Scotland

Sir Sean Connery accompanied by his wife, Micheline at his investiture at the Palace of Holyrood.

Sir Sean Connery’s widow donates $1m to help find dementia cure

Edinburgh actor and Scottish panto legend Arron Usher

Edinburgh actor goes off the deep end in dementia charity swim

Dementia specialist nurse, Lindsay White, will be leading the new clinics-based service.

GPs to host new dementia service for patients

Challenging the mind with puzzles and quizzes can help to slow the progression of dementia

These are the signs and symptoms of dementia - and the stages explained

Steve Thompson is one of the ex-international rugby players taking legal action against RFU (Getty)

Symptoms of early onset dementia - and why the disease affects rugby players
Ex-Rugby Union players Steve Thompson and Alix Popham are set to sue game’s authorities over brain damage
Jenna Macfarlane

Nurses dressed in PPE picture: JPI Media

More deaths recorded in last four months compared to previous winter

Today is World Alzheimer's Day - here’s how to spot symptoms and offer support(Photo: Shutterstock)

Today is World Alzheimer's Day - here’s how to spot symptoms and offer support

This is what you need to know about the link between negative thoughts and dementia (Photo: Shutterstock)

Negative thinking may lead to dementia according to a new study - here’s what yo...

Smartwatch could 'revolutionise' detection of dementia

One million Brits over 40 will be given a smartwatch to test their risk of demen...

Edinburgh's population has increased by four times the national average

Edinburgh's population booming despite Scotland's low birth rate

This is why your hearing could indicate if you have dementia

Music and dance sessions are popular for some in care homes for the elderly. Picture: Getty

Dementia: Music, dance and poetry can help some but not all – Helen Martin

Martin the 'football barber' who travels around old folks homes giving men with dementia haircuts.

Edinburgh barber uses football memorabilia to help dementia sufferers relive ear...

What would Grannie Grahame make of todays trams? Picture: Scott Louden

Christine Grahame: It's just as well we can't see into the future, really

The rise in dementia deaths from 4915 in 2014 to 6549 in 2017 is perhaps the clearest sign yet of our ageing society

Alison Johnstone: Working together to tackle dementia

A new Alzheimer's study has linked alcohol to dementia

Pet memory loss: this is how you can tell if your cat or dog could have dementia

15 medical myths debunked

Staff at the Glenlee ward, Midlothian Community Hospital.

Nurses take a walk to raise funds for dementia ward

Air pollution is among the environmental factors which scientists say may contribute to the risk of developing dementia. Picture: Getty Images/iStockphoto

Scottish scientists discover dementia risk in air pollution

A simple phone call to a specialist helpline can make carers feel less isolated and give them much-needed support at tough times when dealing with a loved ones dementia

Depression and exhaustion common for dementia carers

Julianne Moore in Still Alice. Picture: PA

Coping with dementia

Melanie Hornett: Elderly care in good health

Helen Martin: Dame Judy is so out of touch

Action on dementia