Gregory Petsko: The coming neurological epidemic

Gregory Petsko: The coming neurological epidemic

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Health Sciences, Biology

11th Grade - University

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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.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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

Increase in birth rates

Rise in urbanization

Aging population

Decrease in global population

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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

Gene therapy

Molecular Scotch tape

Stem cell treatment

Vaccination

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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

High protein diet

Regular exercise

Vitamin supplements

Caffeine consumption

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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