Yerevan, March 25, 2024 – Alzheimer’s Care Armenia in partnership with Armenia National Institute of Health successfully hosted From Early Detection to End of Life: An Interdisciplinary Approach to Alzheimer’s Disease conference on March 22, 2024.
The event commenced with a moment of silence in honor of the late Professor Mikayel Aghajanov, a distinguished scientist, and former head of the biochemistry department at Yerevan State University.
“We are delighted to spearhead this vital initiative. With dementia affecting an increasing number of individuals worldwide, innovative solutions to raise awareness and address the needs of the adults with cognitive impairment are imperative,” stated Dr. Jane Mahakian, the American-Armenian gerontologist and founder of Alzheimer’s Care Armenia.
Dr. Samson Khachatryan, Deputy Director of the National Institute of Health, underscored the significance of the conference in his opening remarks. He highlighted recent advancements in Alzheimer’s research, disease prevalence, and preventative measures. Guest speaker Dr. William Shankle, Medical Director of the Shankle Clinic in Newport Beach, California presented virtually on Testing the Cytotoxic Aggregated Misfolded Polymorphic Structures (CAMPS) Hypothesis.
Dr. Kristine Galstyan, Chief Public Specialist at the RA Ministry of Health, emphasized the ministry’s commitment to addressing dementia-related challenges. She highlighted the inclusion of dementia awareness initiatives within the National Dementia Plan aimed at enhancing public understanding of Alzheimer’s disease and preventive measures.
The conference, tailored for primary care physicians, therapists, neurologists, and psychiatrists, featured presentations from various experts and international guests. The conference also available on Facebook Live, included 516 attendees. Attendees gained insights into different approaches employed worldwide and had the opportunity to engage with experts, receiving answers to pertinent questions.
