Dementia in Africa | Dublin & Online
Event Details
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Hosted by the Global Brain Health Institute at Trinity College, this guest lecture will be delivered by Professor Raj Kalaria of Newcastle University, who will address the pressing issue of dementia in Africa, a continent experiencing a rapid increase in its aging population. Current estimates indicate that dementia prevalence in Africa ranges from 2.3% to 20%, with incidence rates of 13.3 per 1,000 person-years, accompanied by rising mortality rates in various regions.
Despite these concerning statistics, there remains a significant gap in comprehensive data and research tailored to the unique contexts of African nations.
In his talk, Professor Kalaria will shed light on the current state of dementia and dementia research in Africa, emphasizing the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. He will also discuss the Nairobi Declaration—a pivotal outcome of the 2022 Symposium on Dementia and Brain Aging in Low- and Middle-Income Countries, led by Professor Kalaria—which aims to reduce the burden of dementia through collaborative research, policy development, and capacity building.
Venue
LB04 Lecture Theatre, Lloyd Building, Trinity College Dublin and online.
Speaker Details
Professor Raj Kalaria serves as a Professor of Neuropathology at Newcastle University, where he also holds the position of Deputy Director at the Newcastle Brain Ageing and Vitality Centre.
With a prolific career dedicated to understanding the complexities of cerebrovascular diseases and their relationship to cognitive impairments, Professor Kalaria has significantly advanced our knowledge of conditions such as Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia. His extensive research encompasses the interface between neurodegenerative and vascular mechanisms leading to cognitive decline, as well as the prevalence and risk factors of these diseases in diverse populations.
