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GLP-1 Drugs Show Promise in Reducing Dementia Risk for Type 2 Diabetes Patients

A study of 174,458 type 2 diabetes patients (2004-2024) found GLP-1 drugs reduced dementia risk by up to 25 percent compared to metformin, also lowering overall death rates; further research is needed.

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Kundera's Dementia and Literary Legacy

Milan Kundera, suffering from dementia, prompted reflection on his literary legacy and his complex relationship with his Czech homeland, marked by exile, false accusations, and eventual reconciliation, symbolized by the establishment of the Milan Kundera Library in Brno.

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Low Vitamin D Levels Significantly Increase Dementia and Alzheimer's Risk

A meta-analysis of 16 studies found that people with low vitamin D levels (below 20 ng/ml) had a significantly increased risk of developing dementia and Alzheimer's disease; those with levels under 10 ng/ml had a nearly 50 percent higher risk for dementia and 51 percent higher risk for Alzheimer's.

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£43 Million Will Dispute: Son Challenges Father's Testamentary Capacity

Adam Scott is suing his stepmother, Jennifer Scott, over his father Richard Scott's £43 million estate, claiming his father lacked mental capacity when he signed wills disinheriting him following alleged incidents of violence and dangerous driving; expert witnesses disagree on whether the will was v...

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HFE Gene Variant Linked to Increased Dementia Risk in Men

A study of 19,114 older adults revealed men with two copies of the H63D variant in the HFE gene have a significantly increased risk of developing dementia; women were unaffected; further research is needed to understand the underlying mechanisms.

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Over 200 Misfolded Proteins Linked to Alzheimer's in Rat Study

A Johns Hopkins University study identified over 200 misfolded proteins in rats with cognitive impairment, expanding the understanding of Alzheimer's disease beyond amyloid and tau proteins, potentially leading to new treatments and preventive measures.

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Longer REM Sleep Latency Linked to Higher Alzheimer's Risk

A Chinese study of 128 adults found a longer time to reach REM sleep is linked to a higher risk of Alzheimer's disease, potentially offering a new way to predict and treat the disease early.

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Biden's Health, Alleged Cover-Up, and Democratic Election Loss Debated

Radio host Charlamagne tha God and former CNN commentator Angela Rye debated whether the alleged cover-up of President Biden's cognitive decline cost Democrats the election, highlighting differing views on the timing of revelations and voter perceptions.

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Gabapentin Linked to Increased Dementia Risk in Back Pain Patients

A study of 1.4 million patients with back pain found those prescribed gabapentin had a significantly higher risk of developing dementia (up to 40 percent) and mild cognitive impairment (85 percent) compared to those who did not take the drug; however, researchers note this is an observational study ...

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GLP-1 Agonists Show Significant Dementia Risk Reduction

A large Irish study of 164,531 participants found that GLP-1 agonists, like Ozempic and Wegovy, reduced dementia risk by 45 percent, potentially offering a preventative measure for both diabetes and dementia, conditions on the rise in the US.

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Hellenic Initiative Tackles Gender Disparity in Dementia Risk

Women over 65 face almost double the risk of dementia than men (21.2% vs 11.6%), prompting the Hellenic Initiative for Women's Brain Health (HIWOMB) to investigate biological and psychosocial factors contributing to this disparity and support women's cognitive well-being.

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Four Pathways to Dementia Identified, Revolutionizing Diagnosis and Treatment

A new study published in The Lancet identified four distinct pathways to developing dementia—psychiatric conditions, brain dysfunction illnesses, mild cognitive impairments, and heart disease—in an analysis of over 24,000 patients, potentially revolutionizing diagnosis and treatment.

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