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What it's like when your mother (54) has young-onset dementia: 'I will always take care of her'

What it's like when your mother (54) has young-onset dementia: 'I will always take care of her'

A family from Vogelenzang is raising funds for Alzheimer Nederland after mother Jolanda van Dam was diagnosed with early-onset dementia at age 48. By baking and selling over 500 apple pies, the family has successfully raised over 10,000 euros to support research into the disease.

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Mayors in letter to cabinet: medicine for crack addicts is needed

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Didn't exercise during the holidays? No need to worry about losing muscle mass: 'They have a good memory'

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