US EditionRare Video Message Shared by Fiona Phillips After Dementia Diagnosis - Liverpool Echo
THE UK, JUL 17 – Björn Skifs retires after an Alzheimer's diagnosis ended his performing career, highlighting the disease's impact as the UK's leading cause of death for the past decade.
- The UK broadcaster Fiona Phillips announced in 2023 that she had been diagnosed early onset dementia, prompting her to end her broadcasting career.
- Fiona Phillips received her diagnosis in 2022 at age 61, and her memoir notes the condition began three years ago.
- The mirror columnist released her memoir in June with Martin Frizell and Alison Phillips, and she'd forgotten she was writing a book.
- Through her messaging, Phillips aimed to raise awareness about Alzheimer's, Fiona Phillips said, adding `I hope this book can show people a little.`
- With Alzheimer’s disease being the UK’s leading cause of death for ten years, Martin Frizell discussed the challenges families face while coping with the condition.
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Fiona Phillips is 64 years old and has Alzheimer's. The legendary face of British TV received the diagnosis of dementia in 2022 and the following year announced it to fans. So...
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