Man who died with dementia aged 24 leaves brain to science

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"He was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia (FTD), a rare form of the disease caused by a protein mutation. Speaking to the BBC, Ms Fairbairn said her son had chosen to leave his brain to research in a bid to prevent more families from suffering the impact of what she called the cruel disease 'If in the future that can help one family get a few more years with their loved ones then, that would be worth it,' she said."

The Independent emphasizes on-the-ground reporting across topics from reproductive rights to climate change and Big Tech, funding journalism through donations while keeping reporting paywall-free. The outlet highlights investigations and documentaries and states that donations enable continued reporting from both sides of stories. Andre Yarham, who died aged 24, was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia after his mother noticed forgetfulness and inappropriate behaviour when he was 22. Scans showed unusual brain shrinkage and clinicians at Addenbrooke's Hospital confirmed FTD linked to a protein mutation. His family donated his brain to research in hopes of helping future families.

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