Emma Heming Willis recalls “freaking out” about Bruce Willis’ Frontotemporal dementia diagnosis Wednesday, October 4 by ABC NewsWorld FTD Awareness Week ended on October 1, and to mark the occasion, Emma Heming Willis saluted two women who helped her come to grips with her husband Bruce Willis' Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) diagnosis.On her Make Time to Connect podcast,... Read More.
Emma Heming Willis says “it’s hard to know” if Bruce Willis is aware of his dementia Monday, September 25 by ABC NewsEmma Heming Willis has been a touchstone for fans of her husband, Bruce Willis, during his battle with frontotemporal dementia, and she appeared on the Today show Monday to give an update. This week has been designated FTD Awareness Week, which prompted the appearance alongside Susan Dickinson, the CEO... Read More.
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter diagnosed with dementia, Carter Center announces Tuesday, May 30 by ABC News(ATLANTA) -- Former first lady Rosalynn Carter has been diagnosed with dementia, The Carter Center announced on Tuesday."She continues to live happily at home with her husband, enjoying spring in Plains and visits with loved ones," The Carter Center said in a statement.The Carter... Read More.
Mediterranean diet may reduce risk of dementia, study finds: What to know about the diet Wednesday, March 15 by ABC News(NEW YORK) -- Following a diet rich in plant-based foods and seafood can help lower the risk of getting dementia, according to a new study.The study, published Monday in the journal BMC Medicine, found that people who closely followed a Mediterranean diet had as much... Read More.
Emma Heming Willis asks paparazzi to give husband Bruce Willis “space” after dementia diagnosis Monday, March 6 by ABC NewsEmma Heming Willis has a request for paparazzi regarding how they deal with her husband, beloved actor Bruce Willis, following his recent dementia diagnosis: "Keep your space."Heming Willis, 44, shared a video to Instagram over the weekend, reacting to a... Read More.
Bruce Willis’ wife says ‘Die Hard’ star’s condition has progressed to dementia Thursday, February 16 by ABC NewsEmma Heming Willis, the wife of Die Hard franchise star Bruce Willis, took to Instagram to share a sad update on the star's condition.As reported in March of last year, Willis was forced to step away from his acting career... Read More.
Wendy Williams’ brother shuts down rumors she’s confined to wheelchair, showing signs of dementia Tuesday, November 23 by ABC NewsWendy Williams' brother, Tommy, is speaking out after reports emerged that the talk show host has been confined to a wheelchair and is showing signs of dementia. According to The Sun, Tommy said Wendy is not “displaying that type of behavior to the family."“We... Read More.
Dementia Friends session on Tuesday, June 22 Saturday, June 5 by wcednewsClearfield, PA - Would you like to join a growing movement of people who are helping fellow community members live with dementia? The Clearfield County Area Agency on Aging is offering a free in-person Dementia Friends session as part of Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness... Read More.
2 former Loveland officers charged in rough arrest of 73-year-old woman with dementia Wednesday, May 19 by ABC News(LOVELAND, Colo.) -- Two former Loveland, Colorado, police officers were charged Wednesday for seriously injuring a 73-year-old woman with dementia during an arrest last year.The woman, Karen Garner, was stopped by police on June 26, 2020, after employees at a local Walmart alleged she... Read More.
Sleeping less than six hours a night raises risk of dementia 30%, study finds Wednesday, April 21 by ABC News(NEW YORK) -- A lack of sleep can increase the risk of dementia, a new study has found.Specifically, sleeping less than six hours a night in midlife can raise the risk of dementia -- the loss of cognitive functioning, like thinking, rememberingand reasoning --... Read More.