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dementia

[dih-men-shuh, -shee-uh] / dɪˈmɛn ʃə, -ʃi ə /


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They’ll ask for more in-home diagnosis and treatment, telemedicine, wearable devices, support for caregivers and breakthroughs to prevent dementia and cognitive decline.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

They want better healthcare and housing, cures for dementia and a say in when to die.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

Doone has now also left the church, in part to care for his wife who is suffering from dementia.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Nearly 7 million Americans have this disease, which is one of many forms of dementia.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

I drove down to speak with his doctor, who told me that Walter had advancing dementia, likely trauma-induced, and that he would need constant care.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson




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