We care for brain health: JADE care initiative for Europe

Brain health is gaining growing attention in both the healthcare and broader society, prompting significant and wellfounded debate. Recognizing the central role of the brain in overall health, WHO has prioritized brain health, defining it as the ability to function across various domains throughout lifespan. Critical elements for maintaining optimal brain health include proactive assessment of genetic and modifiable risks, implementation of targeted risk reduction strategies, and cognitive enhancement through physical and mental training. These elements are essential for preventing cognitive decline and promoting neurological well-being, especially in high-risk populations, and underscore the need for integrated health care approaches that actively address these factors. With aging populations brain health becomes crucial not only from preventive perspective, but also from the perspective of health and social care providers. Recently, the European Commission in the framework of the Eu4Health programme supported the JADE Health Joint Action (Joint Action for DEmentia Health project) as a significant EU initiative dedicated to mitigating the burden and stigma associated with dementia and other neurological disorders. This project aims to achieve this through enhanced prevention, early detection, and holistic care strategies. During the presentation JADE work packages, focusing on care pathways of people with neurodegenerative diseases, timely recognition of neurocognitive disorders, person centered care and prevention will be discussed. We hope that JADE Health project will gain valuable insights into the global impact of dementia, encompassing its influence on society, the environment, families, and broader social spheres.