Gregory Petsko: The coming neurological epidemic

The video discusses the global rise of neurologic diseases due to an aging population, highlighting the economic impact and the biological mechanisms involved, such as protein misfolding. It emphasizes the need for research funding, particularly from private sources, and suggests personal prevention strategies like caffeine consumption, fish oil intake, and maintaining low blood pressure to reduce disease risk.

What demographic change is contributing to the rise in neurologic diseases?

• Increase in birth rates

• Rise in urbanization

• Aging population

• Decrease in global population

What is a potential method being researched to prevent protein misfolding in Alzheimer's disease?

• Gene therapy

• Molecular Scotch tape

• Stem cell treatment

• Vaccination

What unusual connection is noted between neurologic diseases and another health condition?

• Neurologic diseases and heart disease

• Neurologic diseases and obesity

• Neurologic diseases and diabetes

• Neurologic diseases and cancer

Which lifestyle factor is mentioned as protective against Parkinson's disease?

• High protein diet

• Regular exercise

• Vitamin supplements

• Caffeine consumption

What is the biggest single risk factor for Alzheimer's disease according to the transcript?

• Chronic high blood pressure

• High cholesterol

• Lack of sleep

• Obesity