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dementia

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


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People with a history of dementia including Alzheimer's disease were excluded.

From Science Daily • Apr. 14, 2026

These results add to evidence connecting loneliness with brain function in older adults, while also suggesting that isolation may not directly increase the risk of dementia.

From Science Daily • Apr. 14, 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

Bessy had been sick for quite a while; she slipped in and out of dementia.

From "Charles and Emma: The Darwins' Leap of Faith" by Deborah Heiligman




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