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dementia

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


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All of the studies focused on people with mild cognitive impairment or early-stage Alzheimer's dementia.

From Science Daily • May 4, 2026

In 2009, after petitioning the court to have her ailing father placed under a conservatorship, Catherine was permitted to visit Peter Falk, who was suffering from dementia.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

My husband has dementia and will need care.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 28, 2026

She’s exercising more than ever, for enjoyment and because research shows it helps prevent illnesses, including dementia.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 25, 2026

The doctor also said the dementia would progress and that Walter would likely become incapacitated.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson




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