LONDON, July 15,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The World Federation of
Neurology (WFN) is hosting its 11th annual World Brain
Day on July 22. This year, World
Brain Day will unite neurologists, patients, advocates and
educators all over the world under the theme "Brain Health and
Prevention."
To honor the event, the World Federation of Neurology (WFN) will
host a webinar that is free and open to the public to share vital
information about brain health and prevention on July 22, at 12:00
GMT. The webinar will feature distinguished neurology
experts from renowned organizations such as the World Health
Organization (WHO) and the World Stroke Organization. Participants
can register online on the WFN website here.
Organized by the WFN, World Brain Day is an annual global
initiative designed to shed light on crucial aspects of brain
health. With neurological disorders affecting over 3.40 billion
people—and 11.1 million related deaths recorded in 2021
alone—awareness surrounding preventive measures has never been more
important.
"Addressing the well-being of our minds and taking preventive
measures is like securing a roadmap for what lies ahead. It's not
just about responding when issues arise; it's about proactively
fostering a mindset of prevention against neurological conditions,"
said Prof. Wolfgang Grisold,
President of WFN. "Our commitment to averting neurological
disorders forms the foundation of our resilience for the
future."
This year's theme of Brain Health and Prevention encapsulates
the mission to proactively address risk factors for neurological
diseases , emphasize the importance of early detection and
effective management, and disseminate global education on
prevention strategies.
The focus on Brain Health and Prevention revolves around five
key pillars:
- Neurological disorders are preventable through early detection
and effective management.
- Global education on prevention for brain health is
imperative.
- Socioeconomic status or geographic location should not be
barriers to prevention.
- Healthcare professionals, researchers, and policymakers play
pivotal roles in addressing the global neurological needs.
- Recognizing brain health as a fundamental human right is at the
core of our mission.
During the webinar, WFN will also be joined by its six Regional
Neurological Societies, who will discuss prioritizing prevention in
their respective regions and what patients, family members, and
advocates can contribute today:
- Dr. Lawrence Tucker, President,
African Academy of Neurology
- Dr. Carlayne E. Jackson,
President, American Academy of Neurology
- Prof. Christopher Chen,
President, Asian and Oceanian Association of Neurology
- Prof. Elena Moro,
President-Elect, European Academy of Neurology
- Prof. Riadh Gouider, President, Pan American Federation of
Neurological Societies
- Dr. Ahmed Cairo, President, Pan
Arab Union of Neurological Societies
"For too long, people with neurological disabilities have been
marginalized," noted Prof. Tissa
Wijeratne, Co-Chair of World Brain Day. "It is imperative
that we take immediate steps to rectify inequitable healthcare
policies and promote essential education, paving the way for a
world that is more compassionate, inclusive, and fair for
everyone."
Visit the WFN website to register for the free World Brain Day
webinar and to stay informed about the latest WBD 2024 events and
initiatives. Follow the WFN on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter
(@wfneurology). Join the WFN in raising awareness about Brain
Health and Prevention by utilizing the hashtags #WorldBrainDay,
#WBD2024 and #BrainHealthandPrevention.
"This year's World Brain Day webinar presents a chance to engage
global leaders and advocates to alleviate the worldwide impact of
neurological disabilities," says Prof. David Dodick, Emeritus Professor of Neurology at
Mayo Clinic and Co-Chair of World Brain Day. "Our goal is to
advance our initiatives through educational resources and advocacy
strategies that can reduce the prevalence of brain diseases and
disorders worldwide."
About the World Federation of Neurology
With support
from its 124 national neurological Member Societies, the World
Federation of Neurology fosters quality neurology and brain health
worldwide by promoting neurological education and training, with an
emphasis on under-resourced areas of the world. As a non-state
actor in official relations, WFN supports the World Health
Organization (WHO) efforts to give everyone an equal chance to live
a healthy life. With Member Societies around the globe, WFN unites
the world's neurologists to ensure quality neurology and advocate
for people to have better brain health. Learn more about the World
Federation of Neurology at wfneurology.org
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