Journal article

Protocol for a pragmatic randomised controlled trial of Body Brain Life-General Practice and a Lifestyle Modification Programme to decrease dementia risk exposure in a primary care setting

S Kim, M McMaster, S Torres, KL Cox, N Lautenschlager, GW Rebok, D Pond, C D'Este, I McRae, N Cherbuin, KJ Anstey

BMJ Open | BMJ PUBLISHING GROUP | Published : 2018

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Abstract

Introduction It has been estimated that a 10%-25% reduction in seven key risk factors could potentially prevent 1.1-3.0 million Alzheimer's disease cases globally. In addition, as dementia is preceded by more subtle cognitive deficits which have substantial social and economic impact, effective preventative interventions would likely have more extensive benefits. The current study evaluates in primary care a multidomain risk-reduction intervention targeting adults with high risk of developing dementia. Methods and analysis A randomised controlled trial (RCT) is being conducted to evaluate three intervention programmes using a pragmatic approach suitable to the clinic: (1) a 12-week online an..

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