Alzheimer's disease, a form of dementia, gradually impairs memory, thinking, and behavior, affecting millions worldwide. It primarily strikes older adults, leading to challenges in daily tasks and eventually requiring full-time care. Awareness campaigns play a crucial role in educating the public about Alzheimer's, emphasizing early detection and supportive caregiving. Understanding the warning signs—like memory loss that disrupts daily life, difficulty planning or problem-solving, and confusion with time or place—can lead to timely medical intervention and improved quality of life for patients and caregivers alike. Advocacy efforts seek to destigmatize the condition, promote research for effective treatments, and offer support networks for families navigating this complex journey. Alzheimer's awareness is vital in fostering empathy, advancing research, and ultimately striving for a world where memory loss no longer steals lives.
Title : Make a difference
Jacqueline Tuppen, Dementia UK, United Kingdom
Title : Imaging brain clearance in Alzheimer’s disease
Jun Hua, Johns Hopkins University , United States
Title : Neuromodulation of scalp electroacupuncture in the treatment of autism spectrum disorder
Zhenhuan Liu, Nanhai Maternity and Children Hospital Affiliated to Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, China
Title : Neuroimaging-based evaluation of scalp acupuncture for neural repair and reorganization in children with cerebral palsy
Zhenhuan Liu, Nanhai Maternity and Children Hospital Affiliated to Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, China
Title : Neurophysiological change and cognitive response to levetiracetam in Alzheimer disease: Testing the missing mechanistic link
Christopher Hubler, Emergent Neural Systems Institute for Research, United States
Title : Healthcare professionals in Somaliland had low levels of knowledge and attitudes towards dementia care: A pilot survey
Mohamed Abdilahi Duale, Frantz Fanon University, Somalia