Sir Jackie Stewart discusses wife's dementia impact, seeks cure

Sir Jackie Stewart, the legendary Formula 1 champion, is confronting a personal battle as his wife, Lady Helen Stewart, suffers from frontotemporal dementia, diagnosed in 2014. The condition has led to significant behavioral and language changes, including an incident where she failed to recognize him for the first time. Lady Helen also exhibits symptoms of 'sundowning', becoming more agitated in the evenings. Despite having resources for specialized care in their accessible Swiss home, Sir Jackie is acutely aware of the challenges faced by others without similar means. His commitment to combating dementia is evident through his establishment of 'Race Against Dementia', funding research like a new blood test trial at the University of Cambridge, aiming to detect early signs of the disease. This mission is deeply personal, driven by his wife's condition and his awareness of the widespread impact of dementia.