HMC to hold Alzheimer's awareness event in Doha
Hamad Medical Corporation will hold an awareness event on Thursday to mark World Alzheimer's Month and raise awareness of early diagnosis and support for people living with dementia. An HMC press...
The Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) is organizing an Alzheimer's awareness event in Doha to mark World Alzheimer's Month. The event will take place at Al Rumailah Hospital from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, offering the public a chance to interact with a team of medical professionals and learn about available services for patients with Alzheimer's disease. This year's campaign is centered around the theme, "The Earlier You Know, The More You Can Do: A Dementia Diagnosis Matters."
Information booths at the event will focus on dementia, brain health, early diagnosis, and potential risk factors that can be modified. Representatives from HMC's multidisciplinary dementia care team will be on hand to answer attendees' questions.
The organization will also host a public exhibition on September 21, coinciding with World Alzheimer's Day. HMC's Memory Clinics provide comprehensive services, including specialist assessments, diagnoses, and tailored care plans for individuals experiencing memory changes and dementia. These assessments encompass medical evaluations, cognitive tests, and investigations to determine the root causes of symptoms and devise an appropriate treatment plan.
Professor Hanadi Al Hamad, Deputy Chief Medical Officer for Long-Term Care, Rehabilitation and Geriatrics and Medical Director of Rumailah Hospital, emphasized the significance of early diagnosis in ensuring patients and their families receive timely assessment, care, and support. She also stressed the importance of maintaining brain health and reducing modifiable risk factors to minimize the risk of dementia and preserve cognitive abilities and independence for as long as possible.
For those seeking additional support, HMC's RAHA Alzheimer's and Memory Services Helpline is available from Sunday to Thursday, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, at 4026 2222. The helpline provides information, guidance, and emotional support to individuals and families navigating the dementia care journey. HMC advises the public to promote brain health through regular physical activity, a balanced diet and weight management, blood pressure and cholesterol control, abstinence from smoking, and mental and social engagement.
If persistent memory or thinking problems arise, seeking medical advice is recommended, as early assessment can help identify the underlying cause and ensure the appropriate care and support.
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