Some 9/11 first responders have higher risk of dementia, study finds

The amount of dust and debris World Trade Center first responders were exposed to play a role in risk for dementia before age 65, new study finds.

• Jun 12, 2024

Hacking Democracy, the Legacy of Lynching, For Better or For Worse

What happened when Russia hacked the United States' election infrastructure?; then, inside the memorial to victims of lynching; and, following a couple from diagnosis to the final stages of Alzheimer’s

• Aug 12, 2018
• 43:38

Vision changes and potential dementia

A long-term study found changes in your vision could be an early indication of dementia. Dr. Scott Grossman, a neuro-ophthalmologist with NYU Langone Health, joins CBS News with more on the new findings.

• Apr 16, 2024
• 03:34

"Where is Wendy Williams?" doc fallout

A new documentary on the life of former talk show host Wendy Williams is being called exploitative in the wake of Williams' aphasia and frontotemporal dementia diagnosis. Aramide Tinubu, a TV critic for Variety, joined CBS News to discuss the show.

• Mar 1, 2024
• 03:50

What is frontotemporal dementia? Wendy Williams' diagnosis, explained

Wendy Williams and Bruce Willis have both received the diagnosis, which describes a group of brain disorders that affect the frontal and temporal lobes.

• Feb 23, 2024

Wendy Williams reveals dementia diagnosis

Former television host Wendy Williams has disclosed her diagnosis with frontotemporal dementia and aphasia, a revelation that comes just before the premiere of her Lifetime documentary. This news brings attention to the challenges faced by those living with these conditions, including actor Bruce Willis.

• Feb 23, 2024
• 03:55

Jay Leno files for conservatorship over his wife's estate due to her dementia

The comedian filed for a conservatorship over the estate of his wife of 43 years, Mavis Leno, after she was diagnosed with dementia​, according to court documents.

• Jan 27, 2024

Prolonged sitting linked to dementia: Study

A new report published in the Journal of American Medical Association has found a disturbing link between dementia and people who spend long hours sitting at home or at work. Dr. Andrew Budson, chief of cognitive behavioral neurology with Boston Veterans Affairs, joined CBS News to discuss the findings.

• Oct 4, 2023
• 04:18

Air pollution may be to blame for thousands of dementia cases, researchers say

Bad air from wildfires or agriculture were most strongly linked to dementia risk.

• Aug 14, 2023

States where Alzheimer's is most prevalent

A new report in the Alzheimer's Association's Journal offers the first estimates of the prevalence of where Alzheimer's disease is most prevalent in the U.S. It determined that seniors living in the East and Southeast regions of the country are most likely to have the debilitating illness. Neurologist Dr. Dona Murphey joined CBS News to talk about the findings.

• Jul 19, 2023
• 05:57

Hearing aids may reduce risk of dementia for those at high risk, study says

Researchers found that, over three years, cognitive decline slowed by 48% in people with increased risk factors for dementia.

• Jul 18, 2023

Family sues over police officer's fatal tasering of great-grandmother

Clare Nowland, who suffered from dementia, died a week after a state police officer shot her with a stun gun at her nursing home.

• Jul 11, 2023

FDA approves Alzheimer's drug Leqembi

The Food and Drug Administration on Thursday gave its approval to Leqembi, a drug designed to slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease. Leqembi is not considered a cure for Alzheimer’s, but will be covered by Medicare. Dr. Jon LaPook has more.

• Jul 6, 2023
• 02:14

Jack Hanna's family opens up about his Alzheimer's diagnosis

Hanna, 76, first displayed symptoms of Alzheimer's in 2017.

• Jun 22, 2023

Can internet use lower the risk of dementia?

Participants in a multi-year study who regularly used the internet had roughly half the risk of developing dementia in comparison to those who were not regularly online. More than 18,000 adults between the ages of 50 and 65 years old participated in the study. Virginia Chang, an associate professor at New York University's School of Global Public Health and one of the researchers behind the study, joined CBS News to talk about the results.

• May 31, 2023
• 04:52

Rosalynn Carter diagnosed with dementia

Former first lady Rosalynn Carter has been diagnosed with dementia, her family announced in a statement Tuesday. She remains at home with her husband, former President Jimmy Carter, while he is in hospice.

• May 31, 2023
• 00:58

Eli Lilly says its Alzheimer's drug appears to slow symptoms

Shares of the pharmaceutical company jumped almost 5% after announcing promising results for donanemab.

• May 3, 2023

The Uplift: "Be kind" benches and making the major leagues

Meet a man who is building benches for bus stops after seeing a woman waiting in the dirt. Watch an emotional, but proud moment between a sports mom and son, and see how robots are helping patients with dementia at a nursing home.

• Sep 15, 2022
• 21:56

Dementia care programs help, if caregivers can find them

Programs assisting people with dementia — and their caregivers — improve quality of life and care. But millions of families may not know where or how to find help

• Feb 24, 2023

Bruce Willis' functions will get "worse," Dr. Agus says

His family announced his FTD diagnosis on Thursday in a statement.

• Feb 17, 2023

2 saved from Turkey rubble 10 days post-quake

Two more people were rescued from the rubble in Turkey Thursday -- ten days after massive earthquakes hit Turkey and Syria, killing some 42,000 people. Bruce Willis, 67, has been diagnosed with dementia. And the USPS released the Forever stamp honoring women’s soccer, to celebrate women in sport.

• Feb 17, 2023
• 01:00

Celebrities react to Bruce Willis' frontotemporal dementia diagnosis

The actor's family has revealed that Willis has been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, which led to an outpouring of support from across social media.

• Feb 16, 2023

Bruce Willis diagnosed with dementia

Bruce Willis' family announced he has dementia. Last year, Willis was diagnosed with aphasia, which affects speech. His family said that has progressed into frontotemporal dementia.

• Feb 16, 2023
• 00:32

Bruce Willis diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, family says

Willis was originally diagnosed with aphasia last year, but has since received a "painful" new diagnosis.

• Feb 16, 2023

How to create your retirement "glide path"

Gradual changes in the years before you plan to quit work can help smooth the transition, a financial coach says.

• Jan 23, 2023

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