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Alzheimer Krankheit: wie Sie verhindert werden kann!

Lecture Series

Université du Luxembourg

Event Details

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Alzheimer's disease is the most common neurodegenerative disease of our time. The demographic changes in our society will lead to a rapid increase in the number of cases in the coming years and decades, from the current 44 million worldwide to around 150 million by 2050. This increase in cognitively impaired patients will result in extensive and far-reaching changes to our healthcare system and our living conditions. Alzheimer's disease not only directly affects the patient, but also has a significant impact on the caregiving partners and family members.

Clinical and epidemiological studies suggest that 1/3 of all cases could be prevented by 2050 if measures were taken today. These measures include sufficient and regular physical exercise, maintaining a normal body weight, regulating blood pressure and special dietary measures. Regular mental activity also protects against the development and rapid progression of Alzheimer's disease. In addition to new diagnostic possibilities and pharmacological therapies, the lecture will shed light on the protective measures that each individual can already take today.

Main organiser

Université du Luxembourg

Intervenant

Prof. Michael Heneka
Director of the Luxembourg Centre for Systems Biomedicine

Événement passé

27.11.2023