Register for Zoom In On Dementia & Alzheimer’s
Register for Zoom In On Dementia & Alzheimer’s
TITLE
Reducing Dementia Risk: What New Research Reveals
DATE
Thursday, August 20, 2026
TIME
1 pm ET (please adjust for your time zone)
SPEAKER(S)
Zaldy S. Tan, MD, MPH
Research has shown that up to 45% of dementia cases may be preventable or delayed by addressing modifiable risk factors. Join Dr. Zaldy Tan as he discusses the latest evidence on reducing dementia risk, including insights from an ongoing longitudinal study examining how lifestyle interventions affect brain structure, blood-based biomarkers, and cognitive performance. Learn what the newest research reveals about protecting brain health and promoting healthy aging.
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