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TV icon 'can't tie shoelaces anymore' in devastating dementia battle


Alastair Stewart has given a heartbreaking update on his health, revealing that his dementia diagnosis is now affecting his day-to-day abilities to perform simple tasks

Highly respected journalist Alastair Stewart has given a heartbreaking update on his health, revealing the impact of his dementia diagnosis that now affects his day-to-day abilities. In an exclusive interview with The Telegraph, the broadcaster has shared the reality of living with dementia, disclosing that simple tasks such as tying shoelaces and choosing a shirt are now beyond him. In the interview, Alastair courageously stated: "I've covered the Gulf War and run the very first television Leaders' debate, but now I can't tie my own shoelaces or choose my own shirt.

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