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Banner Alzheimer's Institute FREE Senior Health Fair
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Banner Alzheimer's Institute in Tucson will host a free community Senior Health Fair focused on Brain Health & Alzheimer’s disease prevention and treatment from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 17 at Kino Sports Complex, 2500 E. Ajo Way.
Dr. Rapcsak, a neurologist from Banner Alzheimer’s Institute, will discuss factors that may contribute the higher incidence of Alzheimer's in Hispanics and ways to reduce that risk. The event will include health education and wellness resources and services available in the community.
Research from the National Council on Aging shows that Latinos may be 50 percent more likely to develop Alzheimer’s[1], but they are less likely to pursue treatment for the disease, resulting in poor health outcomes.
“With the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease on the rise, we are committed to continue our efforts to end Alzheimer’s disease through early detection, state-of-the-art treatment, and research. We welcome the community to join us on Sept. 17 and take advantage of this event and learn about health resources available in our community,” said Dr. Steven Rapcsak, neurologist at Banner Alzheimer's Institute in Tucson.
Senior Health Fair
Tuesday September 17, 2024
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
*Dr. Rapcsak to speak at 11 a.m.
Kino Sports Complex
2500 E. Ajo Way
Tucson, AZ 85713
RSVP here as registrations may be limited: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/community-health-fair-tickets-970596007787?aff=oddtdtcreator
From vaccinations to free bicycle helmets, the community vendors at the Senior Health Fair will provide attendees with enticing giveaways, refreshments, and free raffles in addition to invaluable educational resources.
At least 1 in 10 Hispanics who are 65 or older have Alzheimer's or another dementia, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. Yet Latinos make up only 2% of participants in clinical trials on Alzheimer's & related dementias, according to the National Institutes of Health.
The good news is that there’s work we can all do though. The Senior Health Fair will help the community to gain knowledge and learn how to take an active role in brain health and overall wellbeing.
Event Links
Website: https://go.evvnt.com/2596280-0
