Continuous training and updating to improve the early diagnosis of Alzheimer’s. This is the message that, on the occasion of the World Alzheimer’s Day which is celebrated on September 21, launches Maria Cristina Gori, neurologist and psychotherapistas well as scientific director of the course ‘Alzheimer’s disease. Therapeutic news and latest scientific discoveries – Tom Thumb‘, aimed at healthcare professionals and signed by Consulcesi, Italian leader in the field of Ecm training.
While dementia affects 55 million people worldwide, Alzheimer’s is the most common form: in Europe, with 3 million cases, it represents 54% of all dementias, affecting only in Italy about 20% of the population over sixty for a total of over 630 thousand cases. “In light of the latest research confirming the crucial role of prevention in preventing the risk of these syndromes, the importance of constant training against these degenerative diseases of the brain functions emerges,” says Gori.
Although heredity plays an important role in the development of Alzheimer’s, accounting for between 5 and 15% of cases, a growing body of research suggests that some behaviors can help prevent the disease: from keeping cholesterol and high blood pressure under control, to physical activity, up to moderate alcohol consumption and a diet rich in omega 3. “We have always known how much our habits and our lifestyles affect the risk of developing diseases. Safeguarding our cognitive reserve is possiblebut too little is known and is still being done “, adds Gori introducing the new training proposal open to all health professions, in which the most recent and relevant discoveries in the field of Alzheimer’s are reviewed, in order to improve early diagnosis and prevention.
Occasions, such as the World Day and training courses – continues Consulcesi – to bring public attention back to a health and social problem that sees millions of people involved. “Because we must not forget families and friends who have their lives turned upside down by an Alzheimer’s diagnosis”, says Gori.
With future estimates that speak of a 56% increase in cases by 2050when in Italy alone there will be about 900 thousand more people who will need assistance and post-diagnostic support, “it is essential – warns the expert – to work with greater commitment on the part of everyone to strengthen local networks and services, focusing on prevention, early diagnosis, and support for families “.
In this context, the general practitioner is the first line of defense since it not only prescribes the drugs available so far, capable of temporarily improving mental function, but “can and must assist the patient also through the care of their assistants, supporting them in creating a safe and stable environment, asking and receiving other help if necessary , such as day care, home nursing visits, and also in safeguarding their health which will likely be affected by the stressful and demanding situation they face every day “, concludes the neurologist and psychotherapist, inviting all health professionals to remain alert and updated. on the pathology to be able to inform and guide users towards the best treatments and prevention strategies.
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