Denis Law diagnosed with dementia

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Terrible news, awful disease.
All the best to him and his family.
 

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I have seen first hand what this does to people. It can manifest in lots of different ways. Treatments have improved dramatically. All the best, Denis.
 

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Terrible disease to have. Both grandparents had it. Spent their final years in bed soiling the sheets. Horrible really.
 

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Poor Denis, really sad to hear this, what a horrible bastard of a disease. Wishing him the best, he'll always be a United legend.
 

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First Sir Bobby, now Denis :( Horrible, horrible news.
 

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adexkola said:
Sorry to hear that man.

If that happens to me I'm biting on a rare steak with a cyanide glaze
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Same. Probably assisted suicide for me. Same if i get terminal cancer. Dont know which is worst dementia or cancer.
 

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Christ, it's just shit news day after day at the moment. Hang in there Denis.
 

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It’s horrible news, it’s a terrible disease and not just for the person suffering from it but for their loved ones too.
Wishing Denis and his family the very best.
 

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Horrible disease. Hope they are able to manage it in some way, it's really sad to see the deteriorating effect it has on people.
 

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harms said:
First Sir Bobby, now Denis :( Horrible, horrible news.
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So many players from that era. Gerd Muller just passed away. Surely has to be linked to football?
 

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Paxi said:
So many players from that era. Gerd Muller just passed away. Surely has to be linked to football?
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I mean, it might be (I think there were studies that suggested a definite correlation at the very least) - but Denis Law is 81. At that age, dementia is no surprise, football or not.
 

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Paxi said:
So many players from that era. Gerd Muller just passed away. Surely has to be linked to football?
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I'm pretty sure that there are studies on how heading increases probabilities of developing such diseases in the future (not that they are that uncommon in general, sadly, especially in that age group).
 

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As you hit your 80s, you would be doing very well not to get some form of either dementia or alzeihmirs.

My grandmother had it for about 7/8 years before she died.
 

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Really horrible news. Always loved the Lawman. Wishing only good things to Denis and his family
 

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Posted on another thread before I saw this one. His statement, the clubs statement and a link to Alzheimer's info plus a donation link for his daughter who is raising funds.

BeforeKeanetherewasRobson said:
On the app... a statement by Law and the club and some useful info...

"Denis Law, one of Manchester United's greatest-ever strikers, has issued a statement about his dementia diagnosis.

The Scot hit 237 goals in 404 games for the Reds, placing him third on the club's all-time list of scorers, and won the Ballon d'Or in 1964.

He said on Thursday:

“I am at the point where I feel I want to be open about my condition. I have been diagnosed with ‘mixed dementia’, which is more than one type of dementia, in my case, this being Alzheimer's and Vascular dementia. This has been an extremely difficult year for everyone and the long periods of isolation have certainly not helped.

“It is an incredibly challenging and problematic disease and I have witnessed many friends go through this. You hope that it won’t happen to you, even make jokes about it whilst ignoring the early signs because you don’t want it to be true. You get angry, frustrated, confused and then worried, worried for your family, as they will be the ones dealing with it.

“However, the time has come to tackle this head on, excuse the pun. I recognise how my brain is deteriorating and how my memory evades me when I don’t want it to and how this causes me distress in situations that are beyond my control. I do understand what is happening and that is why I want to address my situation now whilst I am able, because I know there will be days when I don’t understand and I hate the thought of that right now.

“In the height of the pandemic, I said I hoped that if one positive was to come out of it, it would be that it would make people kinder to each other, so that’s what I am hoping for now. I don’t want people to be saddened if I forget places, people or dates because you need to remember I enjoyed all those memories and I am lucky to have experienced what I have in my life…a loving and supportive family, a great career doing what I loved and getting paid to do it, and lifelong friends.

“I have good days and bad days and aim to take each day as it comes adjusting my lifestyle accordingly. I hung up my football boots a long time ago and now it’s time to put my signing days behind me too, so apologies to anyone who has sent me anything but I am just not able. I am trying to be positive and determined to continue watching my club, Manchester United at Old Trafford, hopefully this will be a season of success and I am excited by the new signings that Ole and the club have made.

“Also, where possible, I would like to continue my involvement with the ‘Denis Law Legacy Trust’, the work the staff and volunteers do in the community is amazing and it makes a real difference.

“I know the road ahead will be hard, demanding, painful and ever changing and so ask for understanding and patience as this will not be an easy journey, especially for the people who love you the most.

“My daughter, Di, is completing ‘The Thames Bridges Trek’ challenge on 11 September to raise money for the Alzheimer’s Society so, if you can, please donate here.

“As a family, we have been offered support by Alzheimer’s Society and have chosen to fundraise for the charity to help support its crucial work. Alzheimer’s Society’s services have never been in more need, used over 5.5 million times since March 2020, and are a lifeline to thousands of families who are also facing a dementia diagnosis.

“The charity is also doing amazing work with the sports industry, with its Sport United Against Dementia campaign, which I fully support. This really could make the biggest difference to former players, players, and fans alike."

Thank you
Denis

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* To find out more and donate to Alzheimer’s Society’s Sport United Against Dementia, visit alzheimers.org.uk/SUAD
* For up-to-date information, services and practical advice, please visit alzheimers.org.uk
* Alzheimer’s Society’s Dementia Connect support line 0333 150 3456 is available seven days a week, providing information and practical measures for people affected by dementia.
* Alzheimer's Society is the UK's leading dementia charity. We provide information and support, fund research, campaign to improve care and create lasting change for people affected by dementia in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

Denis was one of the world's most feared strikers during his time at Old Trafford.
In a separate statement, the club added: “Denis Law will always be one of this club’s greatest legends and everybody at Manchester United sends our love and best wishes to him and his family.

“We know our fans around the world will also rally behind him.

“We applaud Denis’s brave words and will continue to offer whatever support we can as he adapts to this challenging condition.”

A reminder that Di Law, Denis's daughter, is taking part in the 'The Thames Bridges Trek' on 11 September to raise funds for the Alzheimer's Society - please donate here." (There's a link).
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:( That’s very sad.

it’s a terrible disease. It got my mum in about 3 years. It’s terrible to remember people that way.

can’t even say get well soon. I hope he gets the best care for whatever is left of this life
 

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Siorac said:
I mean, it might be (I think there were studies that suggested a definite correlation at the very least) - but Denis Law is 81. At that age, dementia is no surprise, football or not.
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harms said:
I'm pretty sure that there are studies on how heading increases probabilities of developing such diseases in the future (not that they are that uncommon in general, sadly, especially in that age group).
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Yeah I get that it’s a disease that manifests with age but seems like a lot of footballers are getting it and I think I read about a significant portion of the 66 squad whom had or have dementia. Just couldn’t help but make a link in my head.
 

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Really sad news. My thoughts are with his family who is in for one hell of fight in the coming years. Terrible thing to have.
 
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