BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — Longtime television host and media personality Wendy Williams was recently diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia and primary progressive aphasia.
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Williams' diagnosis may sound familiar as it is the same type of dementia that actor Bruce Willis is currently battling.
FTD impacts speech and personality, accounts for 10 to 20% of dementia cases, and 60% of patients are 45 to 64 years old.
Dr. Allison Reiss of the Alzheimer's Foundation of America joined 7 Voices on Friday as 7 News takes extra time to understand this diagnosis.
You can find the full conversation in the video player above.
You can get a free virtual memory screening through the AFA. Screenings are offered daily Monday to Friday. You can call AFA at 866-232-8484 to make an appointment.
