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Early prevention at public health issue
J F Dartigues1, C Helmer, K Peres
1Unité INSERM 593, Université de Bordeaux II.
The Journal of Nutrition, Health & Aging
|January 1, 2008
Summary
Alzheimer's Disease prevention is crucial in France due to rising cases. Lifestyle factors like managing vascular risks, exercise, and cognitive stimulation are key to primary and secondary prevention strategies.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Public Health
Background:
- Alzheimer's Disease and related disorders are a growing public health concern in France.
- Two national governmental plans (2001-2004, 2004-2007) prioritized addressing these conditions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the increasing prevalence and incidence of Alzheimer's Disease in France.
- To emphasize the need for effective prevention strategies in the absence of a cure.
- To advocate for the development of Memory Clinics and Research Centers for early detection and prevention.
Main Methods:
- Estimation of prevalent and incident cases of Alzheimer's Disease in France.
- Analysis of diagnosis and treatment rates for Alzheimer's Disease.
- Identification of key factors for primary and secondary prevention.
Main Results:
- An estimated 850,000 prevalent cases and 220,000 incident cases of Alzheimer's Disease in France.
- Only 50% of cases were diagnosed, and 32% received antidementia drug treatment.
- Projected increase to 1.2 million cases by 2020 and 2.1 million by 2040 if trends persist.
Conclusions:
- Effective prevention strategies are essential to manage the escalating Alzheimer's Disease burden.
- Memory Clinics and Research Centers are vital for implementing primary and secondary prevention for individuals with cognitive complaints or Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI).
- Prevention should address vascular risk factors, physical activity, cognitive engagement, nutrition, and mental well-being (addressing depression and loneliness).
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