Dementia, notably Alzheimer's Disease, presents a significant global health challenge. Current estimates indicate approximately 50 million individuals worldwide live with dementia, with nearly 10 million new cases emerging annually. Alzheimer's Disease alone constitutes 60-70% of these cases. Age is a critical factor, with prevalence rising sharply from 5-7% among those aged 60 and older to 20-30% among individuals aged 85 and above. Regions such as North America and Western Europe report higher prevalence rates, influenced by aging populations and improved diagnostic capabilities. Beyond health impacts, dementia strains healthcare systems, caregivers, and economies. Effective management hinges on understanding demographic shifts, identifying risk factors like age and genetics, and implementing early detection measures and support systems.
Title : Make a difference
Jacqueline Tuppen, Dementia UK, United Kingdom
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Jun Hua, Johns Hopkins University , United States
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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
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Mohamed Abdilahi Duale, Frantz Fanon University, Somalia