We were honored to host Professor Arjune Sen, for a thought-provoking seminar on "Intersections between Epilepsy and Dementia: A Global Challenge." In his presentation, Professor Sen shed light on the complex relationship between epilepsy and dementia, highlighting shared risk factors, the global burden of these conditions, and the importance of integrated care approaches. Drawing from his groundbreaking research, he emphasized how older adults with epilepsy are at a heightened risk of cognitive decline and dementia, while individuals with conditions like Alzheimer’s disease are more likely to develop epilepsy.
A highlight of the seminar was Professor Sen’s demonstration of the Epilepsy Diagnostic Companion—an innovative, easy-to-use head device designed to help healthcare workers, especially in resource-limited settings, identify individuals who have experienced convulsive seizures. The device uses a region-specific questionnaire and predictive model to offer accurate diagnoses without the need for specialized training.
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