The local LSAHA team and their colleagues from the University of Michigan and Georgetown University had their second face-to-face meeting in June 2023.The team is excited about the data collection process, which is set to begin at the end of this summer.

At #FHS, we're at the forefront of research into #Dementia and #Alzheimer's Disease. 🧠🌱 🔍Through rigorous scientific investigation and collaboration, we're forging new pathways for understanding and support. 🔬 #DementiaAlzheimers #UFS #FHS #AUB #PublicHealth

📢 Dr. Monique.Chaaya: ‘Your voice matters in the surveys on dementia happening in Zahlé and nearby areas. 🇱🇧 Let's work together to grasp the health and social challenges linked to #dementia in #Lebanon. Your input can make a difference!’ 💪 #HappeningNow American University of Beirut Center for Research on Population and Health

Flyers about the LSAHA study are being distributed in Zahle for community engagement. The municipalities in this area helped us choose the best places to leave these flyers for you! Faculty of Health Sciences at AUB

Exciting news🎉🎉 The LSAHA team is thrilled to announce the completion of training for data collectors towards data collection in Beirut. This is a significant milestone for the LSAHA project, and the team is excited for the next step. Stay tuned for more updates.

💥Exciting updates alert💥 Our journey to identify important risk factors for Alzheimer's disease continues with data collection in Beirut. We are receiving amazing feedback from both participants and data collectors.

We're thrilled to share testimonials from LSAHA's Zahle participants! Your perspectives highlight the importance of health research on older adults, with a focus on the social, physical, and socioeconomic determinants impacting their well-being. 👉 bit.ly/3rqxDC5

Active community engagement has been key to LSAHA's success in the field. An important strategy was to post the study’s flyer at major entrances, including entrances to main buildings within the community. See examples from the field. Exciting updates in the weeks ahead.

We are thrilled to see our PhD students in action, ensuring accurate data collection and verifying housing unit enumeration in the field. Their dedication is crucial for the integrity of our research!