12 h. ago Subtle early dementia symptom that isn't memory loss – expert on warning signs

Dementia symptoms can be ever so subtle, but it's important to recognise the progressive disease in the earliest stage.

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31 h. ago 'Efficient' boiler setting change can 'instantly lower' bills in winter

Experts at Which? say there is one sign that people could be wasting money this winter

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52 h. ago AI translations of British Sign Language 'risks new barriers' for deaf people

Charities and MPs raised concerns about the use of AI to translate BSL, with Labour MP Jen Craft explaining deaf people were being brought in to road test the AI too late

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52 h. ago Love Island star to quit as fans say 'she's had enough in there'

Love Island All Stars fans are sure one of the stars will walk away from the villa before the first dumping after noticing that she "really isn't enjoying" her time on the show

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56 h. ago Early dementia warning sign often noticed when walking down stairs

There are many symptoms of dementia but this one is frequently and easily missed.

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56 h. ago Early dementia warning sign people notice while walking down stairs

Dementia affects more than just memory, and there are numerous symptoms to keep an eye out for.

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3 d. ago Little boy diagnosed with horror Victorian disease after mum spots odd walking habit

A mum noticed that her four-year-old son has started walking with a strange gait - her concerns were initially dismissed by doctors before an X-ray finally revealed the truth

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6 d. ago Mother reveals subtle warning sign her young daughter had developed  childhood dementia: 'Stopped drawing people, started drawing circles'

A mother-of-two has shared the subtle warning sign that lead to both of her children being diagnosed with a rare type of childhood dementia.

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7 d. ago My petty gripe: a large flat white is an oxymoron – a bastardisation of the drink Australia gave the world

The integrity of the flat white is being diluted by size inflation. It’s a sign that most people have no idea what they really want at allRead more petty gripesA flat white, as any self-respecting coffee drinker will tell you, should be a short, strong, balanced drink – espresso, a small amount of milk, minimal microfoam, absolutely no fluff. But a disturbing trend is sweeping Australia. Even in Melbourne – where people treat coffee with near-religious reverence – I’m now routinely asked: small or large flat white? I find myself regularly wincing into my keep cup.A large flat white is an oxymoron – a bastardisation of the drink Australia claims to have given the world. The moment it takes a larger form, it stops being a flat white and becomes something else entirely: a milky latte, ordered by those too afraid to admit that’s what they really want. Continue reading...

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7 d. ago Dementia timebomb warning as scientists find Alzheimer's proteins in long Covid patients' blood

Persistent brain fog, headaches and changes in smell or taste following Covid infection could signal an increased risk of Alzheimer'sdisease later in life, scientists have warned.

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8 d. ago New study reveals around a quarter of dementia patients are prescribed risky drugs despite safety warnings

Roughly 25 percent of dementia patients were prescribed at least one ‘potentially inappropriate’ drug between 2013 and 2021

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8 d. ago Brits warned as one vitamin deficiency can mimic 'irreversible' dementia symptoms

The NHS urges Brits to watch out for symptoms as this deficiency can cause problems such as memory loss.

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8 d. ago 'You'll have a fight on your hands!' Huge backlash against 'cruel' plans to limit London's Freedom Pass

More than 50,000 people sign petition opposing possible changes to London travel freebie

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8 d. ago Dementia patients are prescribed risky drugs despite safety warnings, new study reveals

Roughly 25 percent of dementia patients were prescribed at least one ‘potentially inappropriate’ drug between 2013 and 2021

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9 d. ago NHS warns of vitamin deficiency that mimics dementia symptoms like memory loss

The NHS and a health expert say symptoms of the deficiency can mimic dementia-like symptoms

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1 week ago Mum and stepdad 'abandon daughter, 14, in home filled with dog faeces and urine'

Employees at a store noticed a young girl stumbling as she walked outside - they called the police and discovered she had been 'abandoned at home with seven dogs after her parents moved away'

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1 week ago Trump claims to have cancelled ‘previously expected’ second wave of attacks on Venezuela – US politics live

US president says move was reaction to Caracas releasing large numbers of political prisoners as ‘sign of seeking peace’US border patrol agents shot two people outside a hospital in Portland, Oregon, a day after an ICE officer shot and killed a woman in Minneapolis.The Portland police bureau (PPB) said in a statement on Thursday afternoon that two people were in hospital after a shooting involving federal agents, adding that the conditions of those shot were not known.Venezuela is releasing large numbers of political prisoners as a sign of “Seeking Peace.” This is a very important and smart gesture. The U.S.A. and Venezuela are working well together, especially as it pertains to rebuilding, in a much bigger, better, and more modern form, their oil and gas infrastructure. Because of this cooperation, I have cancelled the previously expected second Wave of Attacks, which looks like it will not be needed, however, all ships will stay in place for safety and security purposes. At least ...

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1 week ago 'Unusual' symptom young people often dismiss may be dementia sign

Dementia experts have highlighted key signs and symptoms following the death of Britain’s youngest dementia patient at the age of 24

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2 w. ago Jesy Nelson shares first warning signs she noticed that her babies may never walk

The first time mum recalled the first red-flag signs she noticed that something may not be right

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2 w. ago Nando's sparks outrage with shock menu change after dementia warning

Nando's has stopped offering its famous bottomless Coca-Cola Classic following new government restrictions on free refills of sugar-sweetened beverages. And fizzy pop lovers are up in arms

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