New Global Approaches to Brain Health
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Dr. Mayowa Owolabi explores the global brain health crisis—impacting one in three people—and the neurology revolution aiming to transform care through prevention, recovery models, and holistic approaches. He also unpacks the WHO’s action plan and the urgent need for solutions in underserved regions.
About the episode:
In this episode, Dr. Mayowa Owolabi, a leading neurologist, discusses the global impact of brain disorders affecting one in three people worldwide. He highlights the economic and societal challenges, particularly in low-to-middle-income countries, and outlines the WHO's action plan to address these issues. Dr. Owolabi also shares insights into the emerging "neurology revolution," exploring potential breakthroughs in the field of neurological disorders, stroke risk, and prevention. He reviews various models of stroke recovery and discusses the role of holistic methods in treating brain health around the world.
About the series:
Atria’s Vanguard Symposia is a lecture series where some of the world’s most compelling researchers translate leading-edge science into medicine. In each episode, top experts share breakthrough science about preventive health care, dive deep into headline-grabbing topics, and take you beyond the buzzwords to explain the latest in longevity science. Our show will arm you with practical information and the tools of discernment to cut through the hype and understand what matters most.
Atria Health and Research Institute aims to accelerate a global shift from reactive sick care to proactive, preventive health care. We work at the forefront of science and technology and we believe a collaborative approach to modern medicine can extend healthy life for all.
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