Held on the 24th Nov 2019
at 1:30pm to
2:30pm
, Northern Tasmania
Meeting Room, QVMAG, Inveresk
Summary:This lecture examines the current state of research on dementia risk, and outlines educational and research opportunities that may assist in reducing susceptibility to this neurodegenerative condition.
Presenter(s):
- Professor James Vickers
The greatest risk factor for dementia is age. However, there is evidence that approximately a third of cases may be avoided if several potentially modifiable risk factors are addressed. This presentation examines the current state of research on dementia risk, and outlines educational and research opportunities that may assist in reducing susceptibility to this neurodegenerative condition.
Distinguished Professor James Vickers is Director of the Wicking Dementia Centre in Hobart. His interests include neurodegenerative disease and traumatic brain injury. He is a board member of the aged care provider, Glenview Community Services, which is building a new form of residential care specifically for people with dementia.
The Royal Society of Tasmania Launceston Lecture Series
Admission
$6.00 General Public
$4.00 Students, QVMAG Friends and members of Launceston Historical Society.
Free for members of The Royal Society of Tasmania
This lecture is presented with the generous support of
