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Explore the critical connection between women's brain health and Alzheimer's disease in this comprehensive conference talk featuring Dr. Roberta Brinton, neuroscientist and director of the Center for Innovation in Brain Science at the University of Arizona, in conversation with philanthropist and former Bloomberg TV reporter Soledad Hurst. Discover why women comprise nearly two-thirds of Alzheimer's cases and learn about the emerging scientific understanding of this gender disparity. Examine the relationship between menopause and increased Alzheimer's risk, understanding how hormonal changes during midlife can trigger early alterations in brain energy metabolism and neural structure. Investigate the latest breakthroughs in hormone therapy research and learn how timely medical intervention may significantly reduce long-term cognitive decline risks. Review cutting-edge therapeutic approaches designed to prevent or potentially reverse early-stage neurodegeneration in women. Gain insights from decades of research into the aging female brain and acquire evidence-based strategies for protecting cognitive function and building lasting brain resilience throughout the lifespan. Access practical, science-backed recommendations for maintaining optimal brain health as part of women's overall wellness planning.
Syllabus
The Female Brain and the Future of Alzheimer’s Prevention
Taught by
The Aspen Institute