Principal Investigators

    Laatikainen Tiina

    Institution

    National Institute for Health and Welfare

    Contact information of lead PI

    Country

    Finland

    Title of project or programme

    Finnish Geriatric Intervention Study to Prevent Cognitive Impairment and Disability

    Source of funding information

    Academy of Finland

    Total sum awarded (Euro)

    € 450,000

    Start date of award

    01/09/2012

    Total duration of award in years

    4

    Keywords

    Research Abstract

    Many vascular and life-style related factors, such as hypertension, diabetes and overweight increase the risk of dementia. Interventions upon such factors exist, and they may also prevent/postpone dementia. Therefore, we have initiated the Finnish Geriatric Intervention Study (FINGER) which is a 2-year multi-domain intervention study aiming to lower the risk of cognitive decline and disability. The FINGER study enrols 1200 independently living, 60 to 77 year old persons at an increased risk of dementia. They are randomized to receive either the multi-domain intervention or general health advice. The FINGER multi-domain intervention components are: 1) Dietary guidance; 2) Physical activity; 3) Cognitive training and social activities; and 4) Intensive monitoring and management of metabolic and vascular risk factors. The results of the first multi-domain intervention will help in planning and implementation of preventive measures for the whole population at risk in the future.

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Types: Investments < €500k
Member States: Finland
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Years: 2016
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