The importance of joint prevention programs for dementia, stroke and heart disease

Vladimir Hachinski, MD, DSc, FAAN, Western University, Ontario, Canada, discusses the importance of joint prevention programs on the shared modifiable risk factors of stroke, dementia, and heart disease. As the risk factors are the same between these conditions, treating them together would allow for greater efficiency in progressing the fields. There should be less emphasis on frightening patients concerning potential future outcomes and a greater focus on overall brain health. Cognitive function, social interactions, and emotions play a fundamental role in our general wellbeing. Therefore, finding and assessing ways to increase brain health to reduce the likelihood of disease occurrence is essential. This interview took place at the American Academy of Neurology 2022 Congress in Seattle, WA.