More than 100 people have attended the event to promote Alzheimer's prevention through healthy lifestyle habits.When you take care of yourself, Alzheimer's takes a step back”. The meeting, held at the CaixaForum Palma, It is part of the social awareness work that we promote, a key aspect of our mission along with our contribution to research into the disease.

The Dr Nina Gramunt, a neuropsychologist and expert in training and dissemination from the Pasqual Maragall Foundation, was in charge of leading the session, in which she explained the symptoms of the disease and its origin. In addition, she highlighted the importance of primary, secondary and tertiary prevention both for the well-being of the patient and for the advancement of research.Identifying the disease in its early stages allows affected individuals to plan for their future, make decisions and communicate their wishes to their loved ones before their cognitive abilities deteriorate significantly. Akzheimer's disease impacts not only the affected person, but also those who care for them. Therefore, it is essential that both receive the necessary care to manage the situation in the best way possible. has stressed the Dr. Gramunt. 

1 in 3 cases of Alzheimer's could be prevented by adopting healthy habits

Similarly, the importance of prevention has been detailed through adoption of healthy habits. Modifiable risk factors associated with the onset of cognitive decline and dementia include physical inactivity, tobacco use, unhealthy diet, harmful alcohol use, social isolation and cognitive inactivity. Therefore, preventing their occurrence can change our future.