Description
Cambridge Council on Aging (COA) invites you to join us for Part 3 of the 3-part lecture series on Memory, Aging and Alzheimer’s Disease.
Today's Lecture: Pathways to Prevention: Maximizing Brain-Healthy Behavior to Protect from Cognitive Decline
As life expectancy increases in the U.S. and globally, with a growing number of older individuals each year, the prevalence of Alzheimer disease and other dementias is on the rise. Fortunately, there is significant evidence that certain healthy behaviors can decrease the chance of developing new or worsening cognitive problems.
Dr. Seth Gale and Hope Schwartz (Brigham and Women’s Hospital Center for Brain/Mind Medicine) will provide an overview of cognitive aging and Alzheimer disease, focusing on modifiable risk factors for dementia. This program will review current research in diet, mindfulness, sleep, exercise, and social and cognitive activities, and will also explore the lifestyle changes you can make today to maximize your brain health for the future.
Seth Gale, MD
Associate Neurologist, Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Study Physician and Investigator, Center for Alzheimer Research & Treatment (CART), Brigham & Women's Hospital
Instructor in Neurology, Harvard Medical School.
Hope Schwartz, B.A.
Program Coordinator, Center for Brain/Mind Medicine, Brigham and Women’s Hospital.
This event is free and open to the public.
View the Flyer for this event series.