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APHA Scientific Session and Event Listing

Recorded presentation

Lucie Arbuthnot, PhD, Private Practice, "Preventing Alzheimer's Disease", 153 Bauneg Beg Road, Sanford, ME 04073, (207) 324-9569, alz@metrocast.net

Thanks to lifestyle changes and medical advances, the incidence of major chronic diseases – including heart disease, stroke, and several kinds of cancer – has declined in recent years. But what about Alzheimer's disease? Does cutting-edge research offer hope for reducing the risk of cognitive decline associated with Alzheimer's? This workshop will explore the most important international studies on Alzheimer's prevention. It will highlight the positive role of lifestyle factors, including physical activity, mental engagement, and diet. It will also clarify the deleterious effect of conditions such as diabetes, obesity, high cholesterol and high blood pressure. And finally, just for good measure, it will debunk the myth of the crossword puzzle panacea.

Learning Objectives: At the conclusion of the session, the participant in this session will be able to

• Identify recent evidence-based research on reducing the risk of cognitive loss associated with Alzheimer's disease.
• Develop strategies for helping clients adopt lifestyles that promote cognitive health.
• Describe key resources for learning more about memory loss, dementia, and Alzheimer's disease.

Keywords: Disease Prevention, Dementia

Presenting author's disclosure statement:

Any relevant financial relationships? No

Recorded presentation