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View article: Home-Based Care Needs of Older Adult Stroke Survivors in Nigeria: A Qualitative Study of Stakeholders’ Perspectives
Home-Based Care Needs of Older Adult Stroke Survivors in Nigeria: A Qualitative Study of Stakeholders’ Perspectives Open
Aim This study, guided by an interpretivist paradigm, adopts a phenomenological approach to explore the perceptions of healthcare providers, care partners, and community gatekeepers on home-based care needs of older adult stroke survivors.…
View article: Developing biobanking processes for Alzheimer's disease and related dementia research in Africa: Experience from the Recruitment and Retention for Alzheimer's Disease Diversity in the Alzheimer's Disease Sequencing Project (READD‐ADSP)
Developing biobanking processes for Alzheimer's disease and related dementia research in Africa: Experience from the Recruitment and Retention for Alzheimer's Disease Diversity in the Alzheimer's Disease Sequencing Project (READD‐ADSP) Open
The Recruitment and Retention for Alzheimer's Disease Diversity in the Alzheimer's Disease Sequencing Project (READD‐ADSP) aims to recruit 5000 African participants (Alzheimer's disease [AD] and cognitively unimpaired controls) to generate…
View article: The role of community advisory boards in enhancing recruitment and retention in Alzheimer's disease and related dementia research in Africa: Experience from the READD‐ADSP study
The role of community advisory boards in enhancing recruitment and retention in Alzheimer's disease and related dementia research in Africa: Experience from the READD‐ADSP study Open
INTRODUCTION The Recruitment and Retention of Alzheimer's Disease Diversity Genetic Cohorts in the Alzheimer's Disease Sequencing Project (READD–ADSP) was established to bridge the gap in Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD) re…
View article: Recruitment and Retention for Alzheimer's Disease Diversity Genetic Cohorts in the ADSP (READD‐ADSP): A global effort to identify genetic factors in Alzheimer's disease
Recruitment and Retention for Alzheimer's Disease Diversity Genetic Cohorts in the ADSP (READD‐ADSP): A global effort to identify genetic factors in Alzheimer's disease Open
INTRODUCTION Alzheimer's disease (AD) remains a major neurocognitive disorder of global health significance. Globalizing ancestral diversity in AD genetics is essential to identify causal variants, improve diagnosis, and enable equitable t…
View article: Down syndrome in Africa: Challenges, opportunities, and future directions
Down syndrome in Africa: Challenges, opportunities, and future directions Open
INTRODUCTION As life expectancy improves for people with Down syndrome (DS) in Africa, the risk of developing DS‐associated Alzheimer's disease (DSAD) will rise. There is a pressing need to plan for this emerging challenge, particularly in…
View article: Dementia, cognitive impairment in Nigerians aged 90 years or older: A 20-year follow up of survivors of Ibadan study of aging cohort
Dementia, cognitive impairment in Nigerians aged 90 years or older: A 20-year follow up of survivors of Ibadan study of aging cohort Open
Prevalence of cognitive impairment in this oldest old survivor cohort was associated with cognitive performance, diastolic blood pressure and regular use of alcohol 20 years before.
View article: Qualitative and quantitative educational disparities and brain signatures in healthy aging and dementia across global settings
Qualitative and quantitative educational disparities and brain signatures in healthy aging and dementia across global settings Open
View article: Biological imprint of education and rights‐based brain capital
Biological imprint of education and rights‐based brain capital Open
View article: Effect of intermediate care model on the functional outcome and quality of life of older adult stroke survivors in Southwest Nigeria
Effect of intermediate care model on the functional outcome and quality of life of older adult stroke survivors in Southwest Nigeria Open
View article: Impact of intermediate home-based care on functional health of older adults with stroke in low-income and middle-income countries: A systematic review
Impact of intermediate home-based care on functional health of older adults with stroke in low-income and middle-income countries: A systematic review Open
Background: Intermediate care services are designed to facilitate transition from medical dependence to functional independence, ultimately improving the overall quality of life. Despite the recognized benefits of intermediate care in reha…
View article: Media Contribution to Dementia Awareness in Recruitment and Retention of Alzheimer’s Disease Diversity Genetic Cohorts‐ Alzheimer’s disease Sequencing Project in Africa
Media Contribution to Dementia Awareness in Recruitment and Retention of Alzheimer’s Disease Diversity Genetic Cohorts‐ Alzheimer’s disease Sequencing Project in Africa Open
Background The escalating prevalence of dementia in Africa, propelled by rapidly ageing population, necessitates innovative approaches to raise awareness and address associated challenges. The prevalent misconception of dementia as a resul…
View article: Media Contribution to Dementia Awareness in Recruitment and Retention of Alzheimer’s Disease Diversity Genetic Cohorts‐ Alzheimer’s disease Sequencing Project in Africa
Media Contribution to Dementia Awareness in Recruitment and Retention of Alzheimer’s Disease Diversity Genetic Cohorts‐ Alzheimer’s disease Sequencing Project in Africa Open
Background The escalating prevalence of dementia in Africa, propelled by rapidly ageing population, necessitates innovative approaches to raise awareness and address associated challenges. The prevalent misconception of dementia as a resul…
View article: Enhancing Community Engagement for Dementia Research in Africa: The Integral role of Community Advisory Boards in Recruitment and Retention
Enhancing Community Engagement for Dementia Research in Africa: The Integral role of Community Advisory Boards in Recruitment and Retention Open
Background Historically, efforts to engage under‐represented communities in health research have encountered limited success, attributable to inadequate community participation, acceptability, and ownership. Globally, an innovative strateg…
View article: Challenges of Recruiting Persons with Alzheimer’s Dementia (AD) for Genetic Studies in Selected African Countries on the African Dementia Consortium (AfDC)
Challenges of Recruiting Persons with Alzheimer’s Dementia (AD) for Genetic Studies in Selected African Countries on the African Dementia Consortium (AfDC) Open
Background Understanding the genetic underpinnings of Alzheimer’s disease is crucial for advancing research and developing targeted interventions. Genomic research in dementia in Africa is of utmost importance based on recent reports from …
View article: Harmonisation of neuropsychological assessment for Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis across diverse African settings: A Pilot Study from the African Dementia Consortium (AfDC)
Harmonisation of neuropsychological assessment for Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis across diverse African settings: A Pilot Study from the African Dementia Consortium (AfDC) Open
Background Majority of people living worldwide live in low‐ and middle‐ income countries, including sub‐Saharan Africa (SSA). Most cognitive assessment batteries for Alzheimer’s Disease(AD), are developed in high income countries (HICs), w…
View article: Making meaning through cultural embeddedness: Advancing culture‐sensitive training for Alzheimer’s Disease and Alzheimer’s Disease Related Dementia Caregivers in Ibadan, Nigeria
Making meaning through cultural embeddedness: Advancing culture‐sensitive training for Alzheimer’s Disease and Alzheimer’s Disease Related Dementia Caregivers in Ibadan, Nigeria Open
Background Limited knowledge exists about the cultural approaches to managing the psychological and behavioral outcomes (PBO) of Alzheimer’s Disease and Alzheimer’s Disease‐Related Dementia (AD/ADRD) in Africa. Specifically, to develop a c…
View article: Documenting the burden of dementia in Africa: new approaches and key lessons
Documenting the burden of dementia in Africa: new approaches and key lessons Open
View article: Exploring the Experiences of Family Caregivers in the Management of Stroke Among the Older Adults in Nigeria: A Qualitative Study
Exploring the Experiences of Family Caregivers in the Management of Stroke Among the Older Adults in Nigeria: A Qualitative Study Open
Stroke, a significant neurological condition, often results in stroke survivors who are older adults relying on family caregivers, including children and spouses, leading to increased challenges for caregivers. This study investigates the …
View article: The 2022 symposium on dementia and brain aging in low‐ and middle‐income countries: Highlights on research, diagnosis, care, and impact
The 2022 symposium on dementia and brain aging in low‐ and middle‐income countries: Highlights on research, diagnosis, care, and impact Open
Two of every three persons living with dementia reside in low‐ and middle‐income countries (LMICs). The projected increase in global dementia rates is expected to affect LMICs disproportionately. However, the majority of global dementia ca…
View article: CLINICAL PROFILE AND PATTERN OF DEMENTIA IN A GERIATRIC CENTRE.
CLINICAL PROFILE AND PATTERN OF DEMENTIA IN A GERIATRIC CENTRE. Open
A high rate of comorbidities, as well as late presentation was common among the participants. Our findings appraise the clinical importance of detailed knowledge of the patterns and profiles of older adults with dementia for early presenta…
View article: Walking the talk for dementia: A unique immersive, embodied, and multi‐experiential initiative
Walking the talk for dementia: A unique immersive, embodied, and multi‐experiential initiative Open
Coping with dementia requires an integrated approach encompassing personal, health, research, and community domains. Here we describe “Walking the Talk for Dementia,” an immersive initiative aimed at empowering people with dementia, enhanc…
View article: Malnutrition and micronutrient deficiencies among elderly persons attending University College Hospital, Ibadan: a pilot study
Malnutrition and micronutrient deficiencies among elderly persons attending University College Hospital, Ibadan: a pilot study Open
the study revealed an absence of malnutrition among the elderly individuals attending the geriatric center in the University College Hospital, Ibadan. Notably, females had a higher probability of malnutrition compared to males. These findi…
View article: Tele‐Dementia in Africa: Setting roadmap for implementation
Tele‐Dementia in Africa: Setting roadmap for implementation Open
Background Alzheimer’s disease and dementia related disorder incidence and prevalence continue to increase in Africa due to changing ageing demographics. Despite this rise, overall quality and quantity of available evidence to inform best …
View article: Challenges with phenotyping dementia in a low resource setting; Frontotemporal dementias (FTDs) as a case study in Nigeria
Challenges with phenotyping dementia in a low resource setting; Frontotemporal dementias (FTDs) as a case study in Nigeria Open
Background Phenotyping dementia is a major problem in low resource settings like Nigeria and it has implication for research and management of people with dementia. Challenges associated with phenotyping dementia are embedded in poor healt…
View article: Tele‐Dementia in Africa: Setting roadmap for implementation
Tele‐Dementia in Africa: Setting roadmap for implementation Open
Background Alzheimer’s disease and dementia related disorder incidence and prevalence continue to increase in Africa due to changing ageing demographics. Despite this rise, overall quality and quantity of available evidence to inform best …
View article: Identification of genetic risk loci and causal insights associated with Parkinson's disease in African and African admixed populations: a genome-wide association study
Identification of genetic risk loci and causal insights associated with Parkinson's disease in African and African admixed populations: a genome-wide association study Open
View article: Genome-wide Association Identifies Novel Etiological Insights Associated with Parkinson’s Disease in African and African Admixed Populations
Genome-wide Association Identifies Novel Etiological Insights Associated with Parkinson’s Disease in African and African Admixed Populations Open
Summary Background Understanding the genetic mechanisms underlying diseases in ancestrally diverse populations is a critical step towards the realization of the global application of precision medicine. The African and African admixed popu…
View article: <i>MAPT</i>allele and haplotype frequencies in Nigerian Africans: population distribution and association with Parkinson’s disease risk and age at onset
<i>MAPT</i>allele and haplotype frequencies in Nigerian Africans: population distribution and association with Parkinson’s disease risk and age at onset Open
Background The microtubule-associated protein tau ( MAPT ) gene is critical because of its putative role in the causal pathway of neurodegenerative diseases including Parkinson’s disease (PD). However, there is a lack of clarity regarding …
View article: The Nairobi Declaration—Reducing the burden of dementia in low‐ and middle‐income countries (LMICs): Declaration of the 2022 Symposium on Dementia and Brain Aging in LMICs
The Nairobi Declaration—Reducing the burden of dementia in low‐ and middle‐income countries (LMICs): Declaration of the 2022 Symposium on Dementia and Brain Aging in LMICs Open
Delegates of the 2022 Symposium on Dementia and Brain Aging in Low- and Middle-Income Countries, representing over 40 countries, met in Nairobi, Kenya, December 5–9 to highlight advances in dementia prevention, diagnosis, care, and researc…
View article: APOE E4 is associated with impaired self-declared cognition but not disease risk or age of onset in Nigerians with Parkinson’s disease
APOE E4 is associated with impaired self-declared cognition but not disease risk or age of onset in Nigerians with Parkinson’s disease Open
The relationship between APOE polymorphisms and Parkinson’s disease (PD) in black Africans has not been previously investigated. We evaluated the association between APOE polymorphic variability and self-declared cognition in 1100 Nigerian…